Beta-Alanine Part 2
This is part 2. If you missed part 1, please listen to that episode first.
This is the introductory episode for a new series on popular ingredients in pre-workout supplements.
The ingredient we're covering in parts 1 and 2 is beta-alanine.
The popularity of pre-workout supplements warrants its own series.
The goal of which is to provide knowledge so we'll be a more informed consumer.
In this part we'll discuss the following..
1. Possible anti aging/longevity benefits.
2. Possible neurotransmitters/neurological benefits.
3. Dosage (as it relates to physical/sports performance.
4. Any side effects?
5. My thoughts.
In part 1 we discussed....
1. A quick definition of beta-alanine.
2. Possible physical/sports performance benefits.
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Resources:
https://examine.com/supplements/beta-alanine/research/
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/beta-alanine-101#functions
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-does-lactic-acid-buil/
https://www.healthline.com/health/excitatory-neurotransmitters#how-neurotransmitters-work
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC16610/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16402094/