Plain-language summary
A formulation-oriented review that examines carnosine's stability, bioavailability ceiling, and ingredient compatibility, then considers whether functional-food matrices can deliver clinically meaningful doses given the dipeptide's rapid hydrolysis in plasma.
Key takeaways
- ›Honest about the bioavailability ceiling.
- ›Useful for product development decisions.
- ›Reinforces the case for non-oral delivery routes.
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