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Beta-alanine, an amino acid supplement, is widely used by body builders and athletes to increase muscle mass and endurance. New research published in BioMed Central's open access Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition shows that beta-alanine also increases fitness levels in elderly men and women.

New research from the University of Oklahoma suggests that beta-alanine, a supplement used by many athletes and body builders, helps improve muscle endurance in elderly men and women.