Carnosine is a naturally occurring substance in the body of most mammals, including dogs, that supports long-lived neuronal cells found in the heart, brain and muscles. It is an antioxidant and can counter cellular damage from free radicals.
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Benefits
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When used in dogs, carnosine can be beneficial for the heart, nerves and digestive system.
Histidine
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Histidine is an essential amino acid necessary for replacing myelin, the sheath coating nerves. A study published in Endocrinology and Metabolism, Vol 248, Issue 1 51-E57, determined that dogs administered carnosine had a corresponding increase in histidine levels.
Features
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Carnosine can stregthen the heart and increase cardiac output capabilities in dogs suffering from congestive heart failure (CHF).
Zinc
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Zinc and carnosine together can treat gastric ulcers in dogs by speeding the healing time and supporting the body's replacement of the gastrointestinal epithelium, a mucosal lining that protects the stomach from digestive fluids, enzymes and acids.
Prevention/Solution
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For dogs taking NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like aspirin or Rimadyl, concurrent supplementation with carnosine can prevent stomach bleeding and ulceration of the intestinal tract.
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