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We Know: All About Carnosine
What is carnosine?
Histidine and alanine are two amino acids that form the molecule known as carnosine.
The heart, brain, skin, stomach, kidneys, and skeletal muscle all contain carnosine.
For what symptoms is carnosine taken?
Carnosine is believed to solve many physical ills, but definitive studies
proving its effectiveness are limited to the following:
- Carnosine has been identified as an antioxidant with the ability to heal damaged
cell membranes.
- Damage from radiation treatments can be healed by carnosine.
- Carnosine has been shown to help heal and prevent stomach cancer and peptic ulcers.
- Wounds can heal faster when taking carnosine.
- Carnosine has anti-aging properties.
What should I know about taking carnosine?
The following is a list of things you should know about carnosine:
- Research remains to be done to determine possible side effects and interactions of
carnosine. Do not take it without first consulting with your doctor.
- Fish and poultry naturally contain amounts of carnosine.
- Those born with irregular amino acid metabolism may be naturally deficient in carnosine.
- Consult first with your physician, but most recommend that one full or half-capsule of
carnosine capsule be taken in the morning on an empty stomach or else with water or juice.
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