carnosin

/kɑrˈnoʊsɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A naturally occurring dipeptide and beta-alanylhistidine, found in muscle tissue, that acts as an antioxidant and has anti-inflammatory properties.

“Carnosin is a substance found in human muscle tissue that can help prevent damage caused by free radicals.”

Synonyms

  • anserine
  • beta-alanylhistidine