NOW Foods Carnosine 500 mg., 50 Vegetarian Capsules Features : L-Carnosine is also an antioxidant that stabilizes cellular membranes, protecting them from damage by free radicals. Now Foods L-Carnosine is classified as a dipeptide, which is a combination of two amino acids, in this case alanine and histidine. It naturally occurs in high concentrations in skeletal muscle tissue, and therefore may support muscle vitality. Because L-Carnosine is only found in vertebrates, it is especially important for persons who do not consume beef, pork or chicken. L-Carnosine is also an antioxidant that stabilizes cellular membranes, protecting them from damage by free radicals. Now Foods L-Carnosine is classified as a dipeptide, which is a combination of two amino acids, in this case alanine and histidine. It naturally occurs in high concentrations in skeletal muscle tissue, and therefore may support muscle vitality. Because L-Carnosine is only found in vertebrates, it is especially important for persons who do not consume beef, pork or chicken. Ingredients: L-Carnosine (-alanyl-L-histidine). Other Ingredients: Cellulose (capsule), Stearic Acid (vegetable source) and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source). Contains no: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. Vegetarian/Vegan Product. Direction: As a dietary supplement, take 1 Vcaps 1 to 2 times daily, preferably with meals. Safety Warning: Please discard the inedible freshness packet. Keep out of reach of children. Not recommended for pregnant or lactating women. Supplement Facts: NOW Foods - Carnosine 500 mg. - 50 Vegetarian Capsules Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 Vegetarian Capsule Servings Per Container: 50 Amount Per Serving %DV L-Carnosine (-alanyl-L-histidine) 500 mg * *Daily Value Not Established Other Ingredients: Cellulose (capsule), Stearic Acid (vegetable source) and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source). Contains no: Sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. Vegetarian/Vegan Product. Legal Statement: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Our shipping: Most orders paid by 11 am (EST) ship the same day. Holidays add one day.