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Are supplements always safe?

In the UK, food supplements, including those containing L-carnitine, are regulated as foods, not medicines. This means they don't undergo the same rigorous testing for safety and effectiveness before they can be sold. Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring their products are safe and accurately labelled, but claims aren't always scientifically proven.

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