L-carnosine is made up of 2 amino acids, histidine and beta-
alanine, making it a dipeptide. L-carnosine is most heavily
concentrated in those body tissues with the greatest energy
requirements; skeletal muscle, cardiac muscle and the brain.
Carnosine has a broad range of functions in the body.
Carnosine's Health Benefits Carnosine is a powerful antioxidant1
and metal-chelating agent2, but much of the interest in
carnosine supplements center around its ability to inhibit the
process of glycation3, which accelerates the aging process.
Glycation occurs when sugar combines with protein, forming non-
functional compounds (AGEs) that damage cells, impair normal
function and generate free-radicals. Wrinkled skin, cataracts
and some types of age-related mental decline are all examples of
the effects of AGEs. Of special interest to athletes and
strength trainers is L-carnosine's effect on muscle function.
Carnosine plays a major role as a pH buffer in muscle tissue,
increasing its work capacity.4 Increasing carnosine l