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Study Finds Pomegranate Boosts Safety of L-Carnitine

7/4/2025

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A groundbreaking study from the Quadram Institute reveals that pairing pomegranate extract with l-carnitine supplements could mitigate the cardiovascular risks linked to l-carnitine. The polyphenols in pomegranate work to diminish harmful TMA production by gut microbes, suggesting that this vibrant fruit may enhance the safety of l-carnitine when enjoyed together.

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Story summary

A groundbreaking study from the Quadram Institute reveals that pairing pomegranate extract with l-carnitine supplements could mitigate the cardiovascular risks linked to l-carnitine. The polyphenols in pomegranate work to diminish harmful TMA production by gut microbes, suggesting that this vibrant fruit may enhance the safety of l-carnitine when enjoyed together.