Beta-Alanine - Tru

Beta-Alanine

Dec 26, 2023Team Tru

What is Beta-Alanine?

Beta-alanine is a non essential amino acid produced naturally in the body. [1] It works with L-histidine, another amino acid which is ingested through one’s diet, to produce carnosine, a compound that plays a crucial role in preventing muscle fatigue and enhancing overall athletic performance. [2] Your body typically has high levels of L-histidine and relatively low levels of beta-alanine, which severely limits carnosine production. Carnosine blocks acid buildup in your muscles which is a primary reason for muscle fatigue. Supplementing beta-alanine into your diet has may increase carnosine production by over 80% based on studies. [3]

Potential Benefits of Beta-Alanine

Beta-alanine is a supplement often taken before workouts. Some studies suggest that beta-alanine has the greatest impact on the human body during medium intervals of high-intensity training. While beta-alanine may still be effective to take before heavy weight training, it is ideal for intervals lasting between 1-4 minutes according to some studies. [4]  

Do Tru Drinks Have Beta-Alanine?

If you are looking for an enhanced sparkling water with beta-alanine, Tru Power Drink (Workout Blend) might be the right choice for you. 

 

Company Disclaimer

While all of our product development was guided by years of meticulous research, data collection, and thoughtful conversations with experts, Tru is not making any of the above claims for its products. We recognize that the data represented is limited compared to the sea of information available and that each study likely utilized a different quantity and source of ingredients to conduct their experiments. As always, consult your physician before use if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking any medication.

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