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- noun biochemistry A
dipeptide of theamino acids beta-alanine andhistidine , highlyconcentrated inmuscle andbrain tissues .
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Animal studies have demonstrated that a dipeptide called carnosine not to be confused with L-carnitine not only inhibited glycation but extended lifespan, improved brain function, and even improved the appearance of rats by keeping their fur dark and glossy and reducing skin ulcers.
The Truth About Beauty Kat James 2007
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Animal studies have demonstrated that a dipeptide called carnosine not to be confused with L-carnitine not only inhibited glycation but extended lifespan, improved brain function, and even improved the appearance of rats by keeping their fur dark and glossy and reducing skin ulcers.
The Truth About Beauty Kat James 2007
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Carnosine itself is destroyed by the enzyme carnosinase, and is Pregnancy/Nursing: Safe therefore less effective than N-acetyl carnosine, which is why Ortho Complementary Products: Eyes contains the latter form.
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• Try 75 to 150 mg of zinc carnosine twice a day between meals -- this has been extensively studied and is used frequently in Japan.
Mark Hyman, MD: 3 Simple Steps to Eliminate Heartburn and Acid Reflux 2010
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• Try 75 to 150 mg of zinc carnosine twice a day between meals -- this has been extensively studied and is used frequently in Japan.
Mark Hyman, MD: 3 Simple Steps to Eliminate Heartburn and Acid Reflux 2010
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Furthermore, diet and lifestyle modifications with the inclusion of natural remedies may be the most appropriate first step for many patients (natural remedies include DGL, slippery elm, aloe vera, zinc carnosine and probiotics).
Ashley Koff: Got Acid Reflux? Will Your Medicine Break Your Bones?? 2009
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Benfotiamine does help prevent AGEs as does carnosine.
Vegetarians AGE faster | The Blog of Michael R. Eades, M.D. 2008
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Any comment on the potential benefits of supplementing with carnosine or ALT-711 in reversing AGEs and cross-linking?
Vegetarians AGE faster | The Blog of Michael R. Eades, M.D. 2008
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I steam and Crockpot most of my protein which dramatically reduces AGE formation and supplement with AGE blockers like carnosine, benfotiamine, turmeric, quercetin, lipoic acid and a few other supplements in rotation for good measure.
Low-carb diets reduce oxidative stress | The Blog of Michael R. Eades, M.D. 2008
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It also contains carnosine, the glycation-inhibiting di-peptide that reversed various aging markers in animal studies.
The Truth About Beauty Kat James 2007
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