Protocol for Life Balance

Acetyl-L Carnitine 500 mg

F
N+ Score54
Weight ManagementServing: 1 Veg Capsule(s)Type: Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical

This product is a single-ingredient Acetyl-L Carnitine supplement, providing 500 mg per serving. Acetyl-L-Carnitine is a form of L-Carnitine commonly studied for its potential role in cellular energy production and cognitive function. Research suggests that typical clinical dosages for Acetyl-L-Carnitine often range from 1,000 mg to 3,000 mg daily, indicating that the 500 mg provided here may be underdosed for some applications. The product has an N+ Score of 54, earning an 'F' grade, placing it in the below-average tier due to its ingredient adequacy score of 50, reflecting the lower dosage relative to common research. With only one ingredient, it offers 100% label transparency. This product may be suitable for individuals looking for a foundational, lower dose of Acetyl-L-Carnitine, though higher doses are often explored in research.

About This Product

Acetyl-L Carnitine 500 mg by Protocol for Life Balance is a weight management supplement containing 1 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 54/100 (Grade F).

N+ Score Breakdown

Ingredient Adequacy50/100

Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?

Formula Completeness33/100

Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?

Label Transparency100/100

Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?

Ingredient Diversity42/100

Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?

Strengths

  • +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed

Weaknesses

  • Missing several expected ingredients for its category

Ingredient Analysis (1 ingredients)

IngredientAmountDose Adequacy
Acetyl L-Carnitine500.000 mgN/A

Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.