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Carnosine vs IGF-DES
Both are Performance peptides.
Carnosine
Beta-alanyl-L-histidine
Half-life: ~30-40 minutes
4 providers listed
Quick Verdict
Carnosine
Risk
Half-life
~30-40 minutes
IGF-DES
Risk
Half-life
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About Carnosine
Dipeptide that buffers lactic acid in muscle during high-intensity exercise; chelates metal ions; prevents and reverses protein glycation; scavenges aldehyde oxidative byproducts
A naturally occurring dipeptide in muscle and brain tissue with multiple anti-aging and performance benefits. Buffers muscle acidity during exercise and prevents glycation-related aging damage.
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About IGF-DES
N-terminal truncation eliminates IGFBP binding, leaving nearly all circulating IGF-DES unbound and active. Results in substantially higher tissue IGF-1R activation versus native IGF-1 at equivalent doses. Activates PI3K/Akt/mTOR for muscle hypertrophy and satellite cell proliferation.
A truncated form of IGF-1 with the first 3 amino acids removed. Does not bind IGF binding proteins (IGFBPs), resulting in dramatically higher free active concentration at tissue level. Considered highly anabolic with limited systemic safety data in humans.
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Carnosine
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