N-Acetyl-L-carnosine

N-Acetyl-L-carnosine is a reactive compound that has been shown to be effective in the treatment of metabolic disorders. It inhibits carcinine, an enzyme involved in lipid metabolism, and has been shown to increase carnosine levels in vivo and in human serum. N-Acetyl-L-carnosine also inhibits acetylcholinesterase activity, which may be beneficial for eye disorders such as glaucoma. This compound also possesses antioxidative properties and has been shown to have a high resistance against many enzymes. N-Acetyl-L-carnosine has been studied extensively for its biological effects, including its antioxidant and antiaging properties.