Side effects and watch-outs
- Paraesthesia/tingling skin (characteristic — harmless, dose-dependent)
- GI distress with large single doses (split into smaller doses)
- May cause transient skin flushing
- Generally well tolerated long-term
Supplement / Performance
Beta-Alanine
Precursor to carnosine, a muscle buffer. Delays acidosis in high-intensity exercise. Clinical evidence for improved power output and endurance at doses above 3.2 g/day. Requires loading.
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