Carnosine
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Body Map
Musclescells
Overview
Carnosine is a dipeptide composed of β-alanine and L-histidine. It acts as an antioxidant by chelating metal ions and scavenging reactive carbonyl species, preventing protein glycation and oxidative damage.
Primary Uses
Antioxidant protection
Anti-glycation effects
Muscle buffering
Anti-aging effects (theoretical)
Protocol Reference
Half-life
Limited by carnosinase enzymes
Route
dietary supplement
Evidence
B
Research Models
Human
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