Beta Alanine

What is Beta Alanine?

Beta alanine is a naturally occurring amino acid that is used as a dietary supplement to improve athletic performance and delay muscle fatigue during high-intensity exercise. It is a non-essential amino acid, which means that it can be produced by the body, but it is also obtained from dietary sources such as meat, poultry, and fish.

Beta alanine is known to increase the levels of carnosine, a dipeptide molecule found in muscle tissue. Carnosine acts as a buffer to reduce the acidity in muscles during exercise, which can delay the onset of fatigue and improve exercise performance.

Beta alanine is often used by athletes, bodybuilders, and fitness enthusiasts as a pre-workout supplement to enhance their exercise performance and endurance. It is also used as a dietary supplement for general health and wellness benefits, such as improving cognitive function and reducing anxiety.

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