Carniking™ is a high quality source of L-Carnitine, manufactured by the Switzerland-based life sciences company-Lonza. L-Carnitine is an amino acid derivative and occurs naturally in the body. It is essential for energy metabolism - in particular the metabolism of fatty acids. Endogenous synthesis is often not sufficient to cover the animal's requirements and therefore a steady supply from food sources and/or supplementation is recommended. Scientific research gives evidence that a dietary supplement may aid in the following situations: young/elderly individuals (reduced biosynthesis) increased performance requirement (growth, etc.) stress (cold, heat, pregnancy, lactation, change in feed, transport) conditions of sustained exertion (racing and sport animals) weight management programs diets low in L-Carnitine high-fat diet cardiac, liver, kidney and bowel disorders fertility problems (e.g. sperm motility, return to oestrus) surgical interventions and convalescence