Acetyl-l-carnitine may just be the miracle nutrient in the prevention of Alzheimer's disease and impaired cognitive functions related to ageing.
(prHWY.com) May 26, 2012 - Mt. Maunganui, New Zealand -- Acetyl-l-carnitine may just be the miracle nutrient in the prevention of Alzheimer's disease and impaired cognitive functions related to ageing. The brain perhaps is the most complicated structure in the human body also the most sensitive, no wonder the ageing process puts a great toll on normal thought processes and memory. Acetyl-l-carnitine, an amino acid derivative has been shown in many different studies to inhibit the progression of Alzheimer's disease and reverse deterioration of brain functions.
Acetyl-l-carnitine or ACL is a naturally occurring form of Carnitine, one of the non-essential building blocks of proteins or amino acids. The body naturally produces its own supply of Acetyl-l-carnitine and it is found in high concentrations in the kidneys, liver, and the brain. It appears to work by stimulating more production of Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter in the brain responsible for regulating thought processes, memory, mood, and other important brain functions. Acetylcholine is an excitatory neurotransmitter, which means that it stimulates the brain cells to actively transmit impulses by giving them their needed amount of energy. Adequate production of Acetyl-l-carnitine also means more acetylcholine circulating in the brain for mental alertness and healthy memory.
According to experts, ACL works in averting Alzheimer's disease and boosts brain functions in three ways: first by being able to cross the blood brain barrier to produce direct effects on the brain's acetylcholine supply; next by keeping the mitochondria of the neurons working properly and safe from the damage caused by harmful fatty acid metabolites; and lastly by helping the neurons regenerate from free radical damage.
Diseases, medications, and ageing deplete the body's natural production of Carnitine and its conversion to Acetyl-l-carnitine. Scientists strongly believe that deterioration of brain functions associated with ageing and Alzheimer's disease is because there is a significant reduction of Acetyl-l-carnitine levels in their body. This is primarily due to low L-carnitine levels leading to Acetyl-l-carnitine deficiency and consequently, decreased acetylcholine to stimulate normal cognitive processes. Thus, correcting the deficiency with L-carnitine Supplements or Acetyl-l-carnitine Supplements boost brain functions and delay the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
Acetyl-l-carnitine benefits in regenerating brain functions are not limited to patients with Alzheimer's disease alone. Preliminary studies reveal that it can also boost cognitive abilities in patients who endured brain damage as an effect of stroke. Acetyl-l-carnitine supplements are also recommended to improve the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis. ACL may also provide treatment to nerve problems associated with AIDs medications and diabetes. Other recommended conditions that can benefit from Acetyl-l-carnitine supplements include Down's syndrome, male infertility, facial paralysis, and poor blood supply in the brain.
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