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Life Extension Creatine & Acetyl-L-Carnitine Energy Plus
Life Extension Creatine & Acetyl-L-Carnitine Energy Plus gives you creatine and acetyl-L-carnitine together in a straightforward powder format.
Why people take it
- Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise (with a daily intake of 3 g)
What it is
- Creatine alongside acetyl-L-carnitine (ALCAR), the acetylated form of L-carnitine, rather than creatine on its own
- Check the label for the full ingredient list and the creatine dose
How to use
Take as directed on the pack. Most people use 3–5 g of creatine a day, every day, with or without food.
Good to know
- Format: powder
- Caffeine free
A food supplement, not a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated dose. Keep out of reach of children.
At a glance
£0.87
per 5g creatine
Strong
evidence for creatine monohydrate
Our honest take
Unflavoured powder with 5 g of creatine monohydrate and 2 g of acetyl-L-carnitine per scoop. The creatine is a full, well-proven dose. The acetyl-L-carnitine has no good evidence for energy or exercise in healthy people, and it roughly doubles the cost compared with buying creatine alone.
- You specifically want creatine and acetyl-L-carnitine together
- You want creatine at a fair price: buy plain monohydrate
- You take thyroid medication or blood thinners: ask your GP about carnitine first
The science
Creatine monohydrate· evidence: Strong
Creatine monohydrate is the most studied sports supplement there is, with hundreds of controlled trials in people over more than 30 years. It is also the form used in almost all of that research, which is why we treat it as the benchmark other creatine forms have to beat.
The effect builds up as your muscle creatine stores fill, which takes roughly three to four weeks at a steady daily dose, or about a week if you choose to load. You do not need to load or to cycle off.
Research into other uses, such as effects on the brain or on mood, is at an early stage and not established, so we make no claims about them.
Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high intensity exercise. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine.
Daily creatine consumption can enhance the effect of resistance training on muscle strength in adults over the age of 55 years. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine, together with resistance training that increases in workload over time and is repeated at least three times a week for several weeks, at an intensity of at least 65–75% of one repetition maximum.
Typical dose: 3–5 g a day, taken every day
Safety: Well tolerated by healthy adults at 3–5 g a day. Expect a small gain in body weight (water held in muscle) in the first weeks. Larger doses taken at once can upset the stomach. Creatine can raise creatinine on a blood test, so tell your doctor you take it. Speak to your GP first if you have a kidney condition.
Research we looked at:
Kreider RB et al. (2017). ISSN position stand: safety and efficacy of creatine supplementation. J Int Soc Sports Nutr 14:18.
Antonio J et al. (2021). Common questions and misconceptions about creatine supplementation. J Int Soc Sports Nutr 18:13.
EFSA NDA Panel (2011). Scientific opinion on creatine and physical performance. EFSA Journal 9(7):2303.
GB Nutrition and Health Claims Register: authorised claims for creatine.
Acetyl-L-carnitine· evidence: Insufficient
Acetyl-L-carnitine is a form of carnitine, which the body makes itself and which helps move fat into cells to be used for energy. It is marketed for energy and brain health. There is not enough good evidence that taking it improves exercise performance or energy in healthy people who eat a normal diet.
There is no authorised health claim for it, so we make no claims about its effects.
Typical dose: Products usually provide 0.5–2 g a day
Safety: Can cause stomach upset in some people. Speak to your GP first if you take thyroid medication or blood thinners.
Ingredients & nutrition
Always check the pack you receive, as manufacturers sometimes update recipes.
How to use
Price per dose & how it compares
| Product | Size | Price | Per 5g creatine |
|---|---|---|---|
| This product | 233 grams | £25.99 | £0.87 |
| Applied Nutrition Creatine Monohydrate Micronized | from £11.48 | £0.18 | |
| Optimum Nutrition Micronised Creatine Powder | from £14.99 | £0.24 | |
| Animal Creatine Powder | from £21.99 | £0.22 |
Cost per 5g lets you compare different sizes and formats fairly.Worked out from our current prices.
Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. General information, not medical advice. Speak to your GP or pharmacist first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition or take medication.
Life Extension Creatine & Acetyl-L-Carnitine Energy Plus gives you creatine and acetyl-L-carnitine together in a straightforward powder format.
Why people take it
- Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise (with a daily intake of 3 g)
What it is
- Creatine alongside acetyl-L-carnitine (ALCAR), the acetylated form of L-carnitine, rather than creatine on its own
- Check the label for the full ingredient list and the creatine dose
How to use
Take as directed on the pack. Most people use 3–5 g of creatine a day, every day, with or without food.
Good to know
- Format: powder
- Caffeine free
A food supplement, not a substitute for a varied diet and healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the stated dose. Keep out of reach of children.
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