Carnosine Benefits

L-carnosine is a natural body antioxidant and has many uses. It is useful in preventing cancer and also other neurological disorders such as autism, Parkinson's disease, dyslexia and ADHD
  1. L-Carnosine

    • Carnosine is a molecule found in the brain, heart and skeletal muscles. It is composed of amino acids, alanine and histidine, and was discovered more than a century ago in Russia. It is used as a natural energy booster, especially in athletes, and its antioxidant properties have many other benefits.

    Free Radicals

    • L-carnosine is capable of destroying the free radicals found in the body that might cause cancer.

    Balances Sugar and Protein Levels

    • L-carnosine balances the levels of sugars and proteins in the body that might destroy the DNA-causing problems such as diabetes, heart disease and dementia.

    Reduces Aging

    • Other benefits of L-carnosine are the capacity to reduce the aging of the skin and muscles as the person gets older, and might also contribute toward a healthier sexual life.

    Neurological Disorders

    • Research specifies it could also be useful in treating neurological disorders such as autism, Parkinson's disease, dyslexia, ADHD and effects of a stroke.

    Supplements

    • It is best to gain nutrients from natural foods, but when L-carnosine supplements are required, it might well be taken in a caplet form. It also acts best when combined with vitamin E as the body becomes capable of absorbing these nutrients in their combined form for better use.

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