October 2016 PMID 27335245

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

M Pooyandjoo, M Nouhi, S Shab-Bidar, K Djafarian, A Olyaeemanesh

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Mentions

81
Peak: 4 in Oct 2021
across 5 sources since Oct 2019

Extended reach

607,034
potential audience

Total likes

13,106

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Oct 2019 – Aug 2025

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What people are saying

The overall tone suggests general agreement with the published findings, as seen in posts that cite the weight loss benefits of L-Carnitine, and some delve into broader implications such as exercise and supplement use. The words reflect a mix of curiosity and personal relevance, contributing to a moderate engagement level and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings of the systematic review, especially highlighting that L-Carnitine contributes to weight loss in overweight adults.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, with some sharing personal tips and referencing the article's findings, indicating curiosity and relevance.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions analyze the results, mentioning the significance of weight loss figures and pondering the implications of decreased effectiveness over time.

ImpactModerate impact

While the articles are influential, the emphasis remains on individual strategies rather than widespread policy or scientific paradigm shifts.

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@Chromakkey · X

L-カルニチンはダイエットにオススメです

May 4, 2021 · 8 likes · 1,593 followers View post →
Esraa Altawil
@PhEsraa · X

The effect of (L‐)carnitine on weight loss in adults: a systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/Oj7m9qg0H7

Oct 14, 2019 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 2,959 followers View post →
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@chucha_chucha · X

@monono2 @abstruse_cook Да https://t.co/a1teWMFFXv

Oct 11, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 248 followers View post →
cammy
@cammycals · X

btw guys tip from back when i was really heavy: take L-Carnitine and exercise, there have been many studies showing that overweight and/or obese people lose weight faster when they’re taking it here’s one: https://t.co/nSKj2EAhPU https://t.co/nFXzRZcXn9

Apr 14, 2023 · 4 likes · 213 followers View post →
Abdelhamid Hamdy
@abdelhamed012 · X

RT @PhEsraa: The effect of (L‐)carnitine on weight loss in adults: a systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials ht…

Oct 14, 2019 · 3 shares · 3,355 followers View post →
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@dzhochchi · X

@7babylonian @sexenbeer Подкрепляю ИСС

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Сюрике Нсусами
@dzhochchi · X

@7babylonian @sexenbeer Подкрепляю ИСС

Mar 19, 2025 · 408 followers View post →
cammy
@cammycals · X

btw guys tip from back when i was really heavy: take L-Carnitine and exercise, there have been many studies showing that overweight and/or obese people lose weight faster when they’re taking it here’s one: https://t.co/nSKj2EAhPU https://t.co/nFXzRZcXn9

Apr 14, 2023 · 4 likes · 213 followers View post →
alephh
@alephh · X

Effect of (L-)carnitine on weight loss in adults (9-RCT systematic review & meta-analysis) — Subjects who received carnitine lost significantly more weight (MD=−1.33kg; −2.09 to −0.57) — Magnitude of weight loss resulted by carnitine decreased over time https://t.co/OsMwVomI5S

Jul 20, 2022 · 387 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

統計的には効果アリ ここまで個人差が出るのかは不明 https://t.co/KRfgJJZ8l0 普通にお肉を食べていればカルニチンは足りる 鬱傾向には効くかもしれない https://t.co/hYywYirG5s 非アルコール性脂肪性肝炎には効く可能性が高い https://t.co/wRjZWumHOU #自分用メモ

Apr 5, 2022 · 178 followers View post →
юлиус.
@JuliaSpaceee · X

@bardulya @Nik_Lira Например. https://t.co/IUxEbEMjNn

Nov 11, 2021 · 154 followers View post →
Gala
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RT @chucha_chucha: @monono2 @abstruse_cook Да https://t.co/a1teWMFFXv

Oct 11, 2021 · 1 share · 148 followers View post →
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@chucha_chucha · X

@monono2 @abstruse_cook Да https://t.co/a1teWMFFXv

Oct 11, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 248 followers View post →
Asocial Penguin
@chucha_chucha · X

@John_H_Barboza @abstruse_cook Извините, вы пиздите https://t.co/a1teWMFFXv

Oct 11, 2021 · 248 followers View post →
クロマッキー | 著書『「やせる本」100冊のダイエットのコツを1冊にまとめてみた。』
@Chromakkey · X

L-カルニチンはダイエットにオススメです

May 4, 2021 · 8 likes · 1,593 followers View post →
Abdelhamid Hamdy
@abdelhamed012 · X

RT @PhEsraa: The effect of (L‐)carnitine on weight loss in adults: a systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials ht…

Oct 14, 2019 · 3 shares · 3,355 followers View post →
Esraa Altawil
@PhEsraa · X

The effect of (L‐)carnitine on weight loss in adults: a systematic review and meta‐analysis of randomized controlled trials https://t.co/Oj7m9qg0H7

Oct 14, 2019 · 6 likes · 3 shares · 2,959 followers View post →