I have hypothyroid problem and I am bodybuilder. I all so take bodybuilding supplements. Is l-carnitine good for me?

Dr. Arun DesaiAyurveda11yrs exp

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Hypothyroidism By looking your reports you had Hypothyroidism. It's deficiency of the thyroxine harmone resulting in impaired thyroid function. It has number of causes Causes 1.Iodine Deficiency 2.Infection 3.Inflammation 4.Autoimmunity 5.Some Medications. *Symptoms 1.Obesity 2.Unusual weight Gain. Difficult to loose weight. 3.Cold Sensitivity. 4.Hair Fall 5.Constipation 6.Depression. 7.Lack of memory 8.Irritability 9.Lack of enthusiasms 10. Easy Fatigue. 11. Excess sleep 12. Diziness 13. Muscle Cramps 15. Lack of strength. 16. Heart palpitations 17. Lack of sex drive and desire. 18. Osteoporosis etc *Solutions Effective Management of thyroid by Integrative method is necessary to get thyroid under effective control and to avoid complication. *Integrative Management* 1.Thyroxine adequate dosage according to Harmones staus. 2.Ayurvedic Medicines 3.Diet 4.Yoga 5.Exercises 6.Lifestyle Management. All leads to good thyroid control. *Effective herbs* 1.Kanchanar 2.Varuna 3.Guggulu. Yes definatelty ucan take L-Carnitine. L-CARNITINE. L-carnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that's often taken as a weight loss supplement. It plays a crucial role in the production of energy by transporting fatty acids into your cells' mitochondria. The mitochondria act as engines within your cells, burning these fats to create usable energy. Your body can actually produce L-carnitine out of the amino acids lysine and methionine. For your body to produce it in sufficient amounts, you also need plenty of vitamin C.In addition to the L-carnitine produced in your body, you can also obtain small amounts from the diet by eating animal products like meat or fish. ROLE OF L-CARNITINE L-carnitine's main role in the body has to do with mitochondrial function and energy production.In cells, it helps transport fatty acids into the mitochondria, where they can be burned for energy. About 98% of the body's L-carnitine stores are found in your muscles, along with trace amounts in the liver and blood. For general health, it benefits your mitochondrial function and may help increase mitochondrial growth and health, which plays a key role in disease and healthy aging. Newer research has shown the potential benefits of different forms of carnitine, which may be used for conditions including heart and brain diseases OTHER SUPPLIMEMTS FOR U. 1.L-Glutamine. 2.Omega 3 fatty acid. 3.Whey Protein. 4.Casein protein. 5.Milk protein. NOTE-Take Creatine free supplement most preferably herbal. Steriod free. I need your detailed history investigation and previous medication in details. I have good management for thyroid problems. You can Consult me for the treatment. I wish you happy healthy and prosperous life ahead. 

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Dr. Prabhakar Laxman JatharEndocrinologist47yrs exp

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Hi Lybrate-user, Thanks for the query. It is necessary to achieve a strict control of TSH values, that is maintain around 3 to 4 mU/L. At that level all the symptoms of hypothyroidism are in check. If the supplements are only some protein products, then it is fine. There should be no banned substances. Thanks.  

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