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

Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series L-Carnitine 500 mg is a non-nutrient/non-botanical supplement often associated with weight management. Each capsule provides 500 mg of L-Carnitine L-Tartrate. The product received an N+ Score of 54, earning an 'F' grade, which signifies a below-average quality rating. While L-Carnitine is commonly used to support fat metabolism, research suggests that typical clinical dosages for benefits like exercise performance or recovery often range from 1,000 mg to 3,000 mg, making this 500 mg dose potentially underdosed for some applications. As a single-ingredient product, label transparency is high. This supplement may appeal to individuals looking for a basic L-Carnitine supplement, though higher dosages might be considered for more pronounced effects.

About This Product

L-Carnitine 500 mg by Bodybuilding.com Foundation Series 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
L-Carnitine L-Tartrate500.000 mgN/A

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