Carno- how? Do professionals in chemistry and pharmacy always have to come up with such strange terms? In this case, however, it is worth memorizing the three syllables. Carnosine is considered an anti-aging agent, longevity substance, and a performance-enhancing vital substance in the sports scene. But that's not all. Due to its antioxidant, protective, chelating, and antiglycating activity, Carnosine is used as a dietary supplement for the prevention of diseases such as diabetes or neurodegenerative disorders. It's hard to imagine that such a small molecule can achieve all of this. It almost sounds like science is telling tall tales. In reality, it's the other way around. This tiny substance is trying to reach for the stars in the sky – for our health.
Below, we summarize the various ways to take Carnosine.Should new insights arise here, we will of course keep the post up to date. If you don't yet know what Carnosine is and how it works in the body, just take a quick stop here and find the answer in the What is Carnosine? article.
Absorption of Carnosine
The biggest hurdle in the absorption of molecules through food is the liver – our detoxification organ. A large part of all substances is already broken down by the liver before the substances reach the rest of the body. This effect is called the first-pass effect and plays an important role in absorption pathways.
Carnosine is now a dipeptide, which is a small protein consisting of two amino acids. The name of the molecule is derived from the Latin "carne," which means "meat" in German, and refers to the predominantly animal origin of Carnosine.Accordingly, the molecule can be particularly easily absorbed and utilized by the body.
Water-soluble or fat-soluble?
Just like our Betaine (TMG) Carnosine is water-soluble. This means that you do not necessarily have to take it with a meal. The excess Carnosine is easily excreted from the body through the kidneys. Therefore, the most sensible and effective way is to mix the powder into a glass of water or your sports/morning shake and then drink it. Now let's briefly discuss this method of taking Carnosine.
The Glass Method
This is the classic among the intake methods of dietary supplements. We need a small glass of water with about 150 ml of content.To this, we add the appropriate amount of carnosine and wait until it has dissolved. With a little stirring, the process can be accelerated. Then, put it in your mouth and swallow. The taste is slightly sweet, but by no means unpleasant – rather tasteless. The rest is taken care of by carnosine for you!
How much carnosine to take?
Almost the most important and frequently asked question is about the right dosage. Studies have found that a safe amount is 1 gram per day. But before we ask "how much," we should first clarify "what."
The majority of carnosine sold today is available in powder form . We at MoleQlar offer carnosine in the highest quality. MoleQlar Carnosin is harmless, as the molecule is naturally derived and not of animal origin. Thus, the product is vegan and vegetarian-friendly.
In summary, here are the key points:
- MoleQlar Carnosin
- 1 gram
- In the morning or before exercise
- Dissolve in a glass of water (about 150 ml)
