The effect of (L-)carnitine on weight loss in adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

This meta-analysis reviewed data from nine randomized controlled trials with 911 participants to assess the effects of L-carnitine supplementation on weight loss. The findings indicate that L-carnitine supplementation led to a statistically significant weight reduction, with participants losing an average of 1.33 kg more than control groups (p=0.005). However, there