[11th Earl of Mar]

I take glutamine [5-10 grams daily]. I have not read anything about it reducing carb cravings, though. I use it for muscle growth and to keep muscle when dieting.

Carnitine is also a good fat burner. But it is expensive.

One supplement, which has a proven record and is pretty cheap is Chromium Picolinate. It has been proven to help build muscle while reducing fat. It costs $10 for a three to four month supply and it helps eliminate carb cravings by leveling off the blood sugar/ insulin levels in the body.

[conserve-it]

I started using CP about a month ago, and it does curb hunger and increase muscle mass. How much it contributes to muscle I don't know, as I also started beginners weight training at the same time.

[Amore]

Thanks for the info. I have used CP in the past, but honestly I have a hard time telling if any particular vitamin or supplement is making a difference. I'm jealous of those who can discern a difference. Maybe the glutamine doesn't work so well, if you're taking it and still have strong carb cravings . . . .