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These can cause severe chemical burns and permanent damage
L-carnitine us given intravenously (by IV) to increase L-carnitine levels in people whose natural level of L-carnitine is too low because they have a genetic disorder, are taking certain drugs (valproic acid for seizures), or because they are undergoing a medical procedure (hemodialysis for kidney disease) that uses up the body's L-carnitine
However, for the specific goal of accelerating fat loss, supplementation can help ensure your 'delivery fleet' is fully staffed and ready to work, especially when you're in a calorie deficit and placing demands on your system through exercise
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