Is this the genuine, authentic product?

Yes. It is identical to what you would pay full price for anywhere else, sourced through our authorized supplier relationships.

How is the price below retail?

We buy direct, with nobody in the middle taking a cut, and we sell it for close to what we paid. You see the price privately because you have unlocked the Vault.

How fast does it ship?

Orders placed before 12pm PT are processed the same day and ship within two business days. Shipping is free over $89, and a flat $9.95 under that.

You have 30 days after it arrives to request a return. Product must be unused, in its original packaging, with proof of purchase, and return shipping is paid by you. Find it cheaper anywhere in Canada and we will match the price.

AOR AOR - Carnosine-500 500mg, 60 vcaps

AOR Carnosine-500 - A revolutionary Amino Acid combination (beta-alanine and histidine) which has shown excellent results in slowing down the aging process in key cell groups in the brain and muscle tissue. Scientific studies have demonstrated again and again that cell tissue bathed in Carnosine retained their youthful appearance, and lived considerably longer than those not contacted. Carnosine has also demonstrated good results in the treatment of ulcers, improved wound healing and a heart-protectant – helping improve the heart’s ability to contract and helping blood vessels to relax.

Price

Regular Canadian retail price: $45.68 CAD. Price Vault members pay below retail on this product. Member pricing is private and shown after a free opt-in, with no membership fee, no minimum order and no subscription.

In stock. Free shipping across Canada on orders over $89, flat $9.95 under that. 30 days to request a return, with return shipping paid by the customer. Ships from Victoria, BC.

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Why people keep reordering it

Clean fuel: Quality protein and greens without the junk.
Easy to mix: Blends smooth into water, milk or a smoothie.
Recovery and everyday nutrition: Supports muscle, energy and filling dietary gaps.

Best suited to: wants a long-term antioxidant for aging cells, already eats little meat, the main dietary carnosine source, prefers a single-ingredient capsule with no fillers to track.

What the research supports

One capsule gives 500 mg of L-carnosine, a dipeptide of beta-alanine and histidine. The 60-capsule bottle lasts two months at one a day.

Human carnosine trials typically use 1 to 2 g a day.

Glycation (evidence: mixed, from animal, small human trials): Carnosine can bind and neutralize reactive sugar byproducts that stick proteins together as we age, in lab and animal models. Human trials measuring this effect give inconsistent results at the doses tested.
Blood vessels (evidence: limited, from cell culture, animal): Small human and animal studies suggest carnosine helps relax blood vessels and supports normal heart muscle contraction, though the evidence base behind that specific effect is not large.

Read the literature: Glycation on PubMed, Blood vessels on PubMed.

Is it right for you

Worth it if

Wants a long-term antioxidant for aging cells: L-carnosine is directly studied for protecting proteins in muscle and brain tissue from oxidative and glycation damage over time.
Already eats little meat, the main dietary carnosine source: Carnosine comes mostly from red meat and poultry, so a plant-based or low-meat eater has less baseline carnosine and may see more benefit from supplementing it.
Prefers a single-ingredient capsule with no fillers to track: This is pure L-carnosine in a hypromellose capsule with nothing else added, so the dose is easy to reason about.

Look elsewhere if

Training for muscular endurance and wants carnosine loading: Beta-alanine supplements at 3 to 6 grams daily raise muscle carnosine far more effectively than oral carnosine itself, since carnosine is broken down before much reaches muscle tissue.
Looking for a fast, noticeable effect: Carnosine works as a slow background antioxidant, so someone wanting quick results should look at a more acutely felt supplement for their actual goal.
Managing stomach lining irritation specifically: Zinc-carnosine complexes, not plain L-carnosine, are the form studied for gut lining support and would be the more relevant product.

What to expect

There is nothing to feel day to day. This is a slow, cumulative supplement, and any benefit to tissue aging or antioxidant status would only show up over months of consistent use and typically only on lab markers, not subjective sensation.

How it compares

Compared with beta-alanine: This delivers intact carnosine directly rather than relying on the body to combine beta-alanine with histidine, which is useful if the goal is general antioxidant support rather than muscle carnosine loading. The tradeoff: Beta-alanine is far more effective than oral carnosine at actually raising carnosine levels inside muscle tissue, so athletes chasing that specific effect give up efficiency by taking this instead.

Product details

Active ingredient: L-Carnosine
Ingredient form: vcaps
Strength: 500mg
Servings per container: 60
Suggested use: Adults: Take one capsule daily without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Vegan, gluten-free & no GMOs.
Country of manufacture: Canada
Independent testing: ISO-certified third-party labs
Certifications: Non-GMO, Made in Canada
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place
Brand: AOR

How to take it

Adults: Take one capsule daily without food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. Vegan, gluten-free & no GMOs.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
Keep out of reach of children.
Consult a practitioner if you are pregnant, nursing or on medication.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains

L-Carnosine: 500mg

Non-medicinal ingredients

Capsule: hypromellose.

Interactions and cautions

Medications: May interact with certain prescription medications. Review with your pharmacist if you take daily medication.
Timing: Separate from medications by 2 to 4 hours unless directed otherwise by a healthcare practitioner.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
General: Use only as directed. Discontinue and consult a practitioner if you experience an adverse reaction.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use. Free certified advisors are available at 1-888-386-1211, Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm PT.

Questions about AOR - Carnosine-500

Is this the genuine, authentic product?: Yes. It is identical to what you would pay full price for anywhere else, sourced through our authorized supplier relationships.
How is the price below retail?: We buy direct, with nobody in the middle taking a cut, and we sell it for close to what we paid. You see the price privately because you have unlocked the Vault.
How fast does it ship?: Orders placed before 12pm PT are processed the same day and ship within two business days. Shipping is free over $89, and a flat $9.95 under that.
Can I return it?: You have 30 days after it arrives to request a return. Product must be unused, in its original packaging, with proof of purchase, and return shipping is paid by you. Find it cheaper anywhere in Canada and we will match the price.