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I heard that l-carnitine is beneficial in cases like nash. can i take supplements and what are the proper dosing and is it safe or has side effects?
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No: There is insufficient evidence that l-carnitine supplements have any beneficial impact on liver disease including nash.
Answered 3/22/2013
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