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Amino Acids
Beta-Alanine
Carnosine precursor; buffers muscle pH (lactic acid), delays fatigue, enhances high-intensity performance
Gabriel Score
75/ 100Good
CategoryAmino Acids
Applications4 conditions
FormsBeta-alanine (CarnoSyn® trademarked)
How it works
Carnosine precursor; buffers muscle pH (lactic acid), delays fatigue, enhances high-intensity performance
Typical Dosage
3-6g/day (divided doses)
Used for
Athletic performanceMuscle enduranceHigh-intensity exerciseFatigue
Practical Guide
Available Forms
Beta-alanine (CarnoSyn® trademarked)
Natural Food Sources
- •Meat
- •Poultry
- •Fish
Dosing should be individualized. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner.
The Science
Evidence Base
Good75/100
Causes harmless tingling (paresthesia) at high doses; improves muscle endurance; loading phase 2-4 weeks; synergistic with creatine
Works Well With
CreatineL-citrullineBCAAsSodium bicarbonate
Safety Profile
Interactions
- May interact with taurine (competes for absorption)
Contraindications
- None at therapeutic doses
Trusted Brands
NOWThornePure EncapsulationsBulk Supplements
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Gabriel Score75/100
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