Posted by kezia on January 2, 2008, at 21:41:04
In reply to Re: Acetyl-L-Carnitine - Capsules vs Powder » kezia, posted by tecknohed on December 23, 2007, at 14:29:34
Thanks so much for the response and the great advice! Sorry for the delay in replying.
I am likely going to try the liquid or powder form, which would allow me to tailor my dose a bit more.
> Depends on how much you're wanting to take. If you're planning on taking it in 100-300mg doses then capsule/tablet form would be easier. More convenient for carrying around with you too.
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> But theres no getting away from the fact the buying bulk powder is ALOT cheaper so you can simply stir it into a glass of water. This will help with quicker absorption too which is what you need with an amino acid like ALCAR. Take it at least half hour BEFORE food or 3hrs after on an empty stomache, or at least with a non protein drink like fruit juice.
> Plus, most studies have been done using 1-2g of ALCAR so you'd need alot a pills to get these doses. Not very economical. I myself take 1.5-2g/day.
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> For carrying around these high doses I use little 'snap bags' - the type you get street drugs in. You get them from many shops including electrical shops, but for ease you can get them from ebay. Then when you're out & about simply get a cup of water & empty the contents in & swill or stir around before downing. You can reuse the bags too, just be DISCREET when you use them as you wont want to get falsly arrested!
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> Also I recommend buying some digital scales from ebay. You can get them pretty cheap there. Look for ones which weigh in 0.01g divisions.
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> teck
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