Beta-AlanineEvidence & Dosage
Carnosine, high intensity, tingling, and dosage regimens.
Evidence at a glance
- Total studies
- 998
- With abstract
- 50
- Meta / Systematic / RCT
- 74
- Highly cited
- 50
- Publication years
- 1937–2026
Beta-Alanine in the context of Performance
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Go to PerformanceTop studies on Beta-Alanine
Ranked by influential-citation count and publication year.
β-alanine supplementation to improve exercise capacity and performance: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Br J Sports Med2017n=146Meta-Analysis115 influential citationsObjective To conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of the evidence on the effects of β-alanine supplementation on exercise capacity and performance. Design This study was designed in accordance with PRISMA guidelines. A 3-level…
Regulation of Skeletal Muscle Function by Amino Acids.
Nutrients2020D114 influential citationsAmino acids are components of proteins that also exist free-form in the body; their functions can be divided into (1) nutritional, (2) sensory, and (3) biological regulatory roles. The skeletal muscle, which is the largest organ in the…
OsBCAT2, a gene responsible for the degradation of branched-chain amino acids, positively regulates salt tolerance by promoting the synthesis of vitamin B5.
The New phytologist2024E109 influential citationsSalt stress negatively affects rice growth, development and yield. Metabolic adjustments contribute to the adaptation of rice under salt stress. Branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) are three essential amino acids that cannot be synthesized…
Effects of β-alanine supplementation on exercise performance: a meta-analysis.
Amino Acids2012n=360meta100 influential citationsDue to the well-defined role of β-alanine as a substrate of carnosine (a major contributor to H+ buffering during high-intensity exercise), β-alanine is fast becoming a popular ergogenic aid to sports performance. There have…
Finding: β-alanine supplementation improved exercise measures more than placebo overall in this meta-analysis.
Nutritional Strategies for Optimizing Health, Sports Performance, and Recovery for Female Athletes and Other Physically Active Women: A Systematic Review.
Nutr Rev2025n=165Systematic Review94 influential citations<h4>Context</h4>Despite the progress toward gender equality in events like the Olympic Games and other institutionalized competitions, and the rising number of women engaging in physical exercise programs, scientific studies focused on…
Evidence-Based Supplements for the Enhancement of Athletic Performance.
Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab2018review91 influential citationsA strong foundation in physical conditioning and sport-specific experience, in addition to a bespoke and periodized training and nutrition program, are essential for athlete development. Once these underpinning factors are accounted for,…
International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand: sodium bicarbonate and exercise performance.
J Int Soc Sports Nutr2021n=24review88 influential citationsBased on a comprehensive review and critical analysis of the literature regarding the effects of sodium bicarbonate supplementation on exercise performance, conducted by experts in the field and selected members of the International…
Amino acids regulating skeletal muscle metabolism: mechanisms of action, physical training dosage recommendations and adverse effects.
Nutrition & metabolism2024D88 influential citationsMaintaining skeletal muscle mass is important for improving muscle strength and function. Hence, maximizing lean body mass (LBM) is the primary goal for both elite athletes and fitness enthusiasts. The use of amino acids as dietary…
Carnosine and Beta-Alanine Supplementation in Human Medicine: Narrative Review and Critical Assessment.
2023n=21585 influential citationsThe dipeptide carnosine is a physiologically important molecule in the human body, commonly found in skeletal muscle and brain tissue. Beta-alanine is a limiting precursor of carnosine and is among the most used sports supplements for…
The Possible Roles of β-alanine and L-carnosine in Anti-aging.
Curr Med Chem2025review57 influential citationsβ-alanine (BA), being a non-proteinogenic amino acid, is an important constituent of L-carnosine (LC), which is necessary for maintaining the muscle buffering capacity and preventing a loss of muscle mass associated with aging…
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