ATP Science Beta Alanine

Beta-alanine is a singular amino acid celebrated for its unique ability to elevate muscle carnosine levels—often more effectively than ingesting carnosine directly. When you push through high-intensity efforts, your muscles rely heavily on glucose for ATP, which produces acidity and can hasten fatigue. By increasing intramuscular carnosine, beta-alanine helps buffer that exercise-induced acidity, delaying the burn and preserving contractile function.

Beyond its buffering role, carnosine acts as an antioxidant within muscle fibers, supports calcium handling for efficient contraction, and helps maintain neuromuscular communication. It may even offer protection against glycation, the process where sugars bind to proteins and can damage muscle tissue and connective fibers over time. The characteristic tingling sensation often felt upon dosing beta-alanine is simply a harmless side effect of its rapid uptake—an immediate reminder that this humble molecule is hard at work fighting fatigue and supporting performance.

Consume 1/4 scoop (approx.1.2g) with 50 mL of water, per training session.

WARNING: Formulated supplementary sports food. Not suitable for children under 15 years of age, pregnant or nursing women. Should only be used under medical or dietetic advice. Consult your licensed healthcare professional before consuming this product. This is not intended as a sole source of nutrition and should be consumed in conjunction with a nutritious diet and/or an appropriate physical training or exercise program. Do not exceed recommended serving size per day. Should only be used under medical or dietetic supervision. Discontinue use immediately if there are adverse effects.