Plain-language summary
A transition-oriented review that begins with carnosine's classical ergogenic story — pH buffering in working muscle — and walks outward into systemic health benefits driven by the same antioxidant and anti-glycation chemistry.
Key takeaways
- ›Bridges sports science and clinical wellness.
- ›Clarifies why performance and longevity overlap.
- ›Widely cited in modern position papers.
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