Does L-carnitine cause rebound effects?
Disease description:
During this period, my body has become noticeably more obese than before. I would like to take L-carnitine supplements to assist with weight loss. Will L-carnitine cause weight regain?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
As an auxiliary weight-loss ingredient, whether L-carnitine causes weight rebound mainly depends on the user's dietary and exercise habits. Generally speaking, L-carnitine can promote fat burning and aid in weight loss. However, if proper diet and increased physical activity are not maintained, weight regain is still possible. Specifically:
1. Dietary control: During L-carnitine supplementation, failure to control dietary intake—especially excessive consumption of high-calorie foods—may lead to fat reaccumulation and subsequent weight regain.
2. Exercise combination: The effectiveness of L-carnitine needs to be maximized through physical activity. If physical exercise is lacking after taking L-carnitine, insufficient fat burning may occur, increasing the likelihood of weight rebound.
3. Appropriate dosage: L-carnitine should be used according to the recommended dosage to avoid excessive intake, which may place undue strain on the body.
