Fat burners: which ones are effective in the practice of sports nutrition

May 11, 2021

How fat burners work, what it is and what they are eaten with – now we will tell you about everything in order, based on the report of “Academy-T” in the framework of the round table (presentation of a research assistant of “Academy-T”, candidate of technical sciences, senior research scientist MGUPP Krasnova I.S.).

Briefly about the most important thing. Fat burners (or fat burning complexes) are of two types: lipotropic drugs and thermogenic drugs. The first task is to block the synthesis of fat in the liver and increase the breakdown of adipose tissue to fatty acids. These are L-carnitine, chitosan, pyruvate, choline and others. Thermogenic drugs, on the other hand, increase body temperature so that the body needs calories. And he will get them by breaking down his own fats. In this category, green tea, guarana, caffeine.

Under the influence of fat burners in the body, metabolism is stimulated, appetite and absorption of fats and carbohydrates from the digestive tract are reduced. The synthesis of fat in adipose tissue is blocked and excess fluid is excreted.

The report highlighted the most popular supplements:

  • Carnitine – lowers cholesterol and is responsible for the utilization of subcutaneous fat;

  • Chitosan – prevents fatty acids from being deposited in the fat depot, because it does not allow them to bind to each other. This prevents the formation of fatty layers;

  • Pyruvate – it enters cells without the help of insulin and promotes the release of intracellular energy;

  • Lipoic acid – the transfer of fatty acids into mitochondria and their oxidation is facilitated, because lipoic acid activates the formation of coenzyme A;

  • Chromium – due to it, the effect of thermogenic components is enhanced, and the permeability of cell membranes is increased;

  • Caffeine – it enhances the effect of ephedrine-containing substances and stimulates the central muscular system;

  • Green tea – thanks to it, fat metabolism is stimulated both at rest and during exercise.

We will tell you a little more about L-carnitine and its place “under the sun” (on the market).

This naturally occurring compound is synthesized in mammals by amino acids from lysine and methionine. It is also obtained from food. The daily norm of L-carnitine is 500 mg.

The daily requirement is 500 mg. Found in meat, cheese, cottage cheese, poultry and fish.

How does L-carnitine burn fat? By transporting fatty acids across the mitochondrial membrane, where they are converted into ATP molecules.

Its functions include detoxification, increasing lean muscle mass, burning cholesterol, and protecting the heart and blood vessels.

If you consume L-carnitine for six months, 2 g per day, it will lead to an increase in physical and mental activity.

A nice bonus – L-carnitine increases stress resistance.

FORMS OF CARNITINE

  • Carnitine tartrate. It is the salt of L-carnitine and tartaric acid. It dissolves well in water and other drinks and has a rather long shelf life. Among all the non-hygroscopic salt forms available today, it is this form of carnitine that contains the maximum concentration of L-carnitine;

  • Acetyl L-Carnitine. It passes through the blood-brain barrier more easily than other compounds, due to which, after taking it, the level of total carnitine in the brain increases;

  • Base. It is a natural substance containing 99% pure L-carnitine. In its pure form, it is difficult to apply. Most often, the base is used in industry to create food and liquid forms of carnitine;

  • Carnitine fumarate. This is the salt of L-carnitine with fumaric acid. Its function is to increase overall energy levels. Most of all is contained in the tissues of the heart.

FORMS OF RELEASE L-CARNITINE:

  • In tablets. Mostly found in pharmacies. The main disadvantage of this form of release is the low dosage of the active substance per tablet. Therefore, it is inconvenient and unprofitable;

  • In capsules. It is an unaddressed carnitine, usually containing 500 mg of L-carnitine. The capsule must be washed down with a glass of water;

  • Liquid form (in ampoules). The concentration of the active substance is high, and this form is convenient for use. To stabilize the taste and shelf life, manufacturers add additional ingredients, including preservatives and fast carbohydrates;

  • Powder form. Also L-Carnitine without additives. Since in its pure form it has a very unpleasant taste, additional combinations of components are usually added to the powders: with energetics, vitamins, minerals and biologically active substances. And flavors to normalize the taste.

MAIN PRODUCTS WITH L-CARNITINE ON THE RUSSIAN MARKET:

  • LevelUp (L-Carnitine 60k, capsules)

  • SNP (L-Carnitine Carnitine 750 Capsules)

  • Academy-T (L-Carnitine “L-CARNITINE Weight Control”, capsules)

  • FIT L-CARNITINE, 1800, ampoules)

  • Be First (L-Carnitine Be First Capsules)

  • XXI Power (Drink “L-Carnitine”, grapefruit, liquid)

  • (L-Carnitine 1500 mg, grapefruit, ampoule)

  • Optimum Nutrition (L-Carnitine, 500 mg Tablets)

  • IRONMAN (IRONMAN Super cuts, capsules).

You can listen to the report of “Academy-T” by the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijFoWjivTQ8&t=1080s

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The material was prepared by Alexandra Goryunova

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