Metabolic Nutrition Beta-Alanine is a single-ingredient endurance powder: 3,000mg of beta-alanine per scoop, unflavored, in 100g and 300g tubs. Beta-alanine supports muscle carnosine levels, which helps buffer acid buildup during high-rep sets and hard intervals.† Expect a harmless tingling feeling on the skin, especially the first few times. With no fillers, binders, preservatives or artificial ingredients, it blends into any pre-workout. It is made without gluten, dairy, egg, peanut, soy, shellfish, wheat or yeast, in a facility that processes those allergens.
Supplement Facts: Metabolic Nutrition Beta-Alanine (Per 1 Scoop)
Endurance
- Beta-Alanine: 3,000mg
- No proprietary blends. Single ingredient, unflavored, stimulant-free.
- Sizes: 100g and 300g. Servings per container aren't printed online; at 3g per scoop, the math works out to about 33 and 100 servings.
- Directions: 1 scoop in 8 to 12 oz of water or your preferred beverage, 15 to 20 minutes before workouts.
- Contains no gluten, dairy, egg, peanut, soy, shellfish, wheat or yeast. Produced in a facility that processes ingredients containing these allergens.
About Metabolic Nutrition
Metabolic Nutrition is a sports nutrition brand known for its clean single-ingredient amino acids and its ultra cold-pressed line. The brand says it makes its supplements in its own manufacturing facility. A standalone beta-alanine lets you run it daily on its own schedule, separate from your stimulants. That matters, because beta-alanine works by building up over weeks, not by the single dose you take before a lift.†
Beta-Alanine 3,000mg
Beta-alanine is a non-essential amino acid that combines with histidine in muscle to form carnosine. Carnosine acts as an intracellular buffer against the hydrogen ions that build up during intense exercise, which is the burn you feel late in a set.† Research on beta-alanine generally uses 3 to 6g per day for four weeks or more, with the clearest effects on efforts lasting about one to four minutes.† The tingling it causes is called paresthesia. It's harmless and fades with consistent use.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why does beta-alanine make my skin tingle?
The tingle, called paresthesia, happens when beta-alanine activates nerve receptors under the skin. Metabolic Nutrition notes it usually fades within about 30 minutes and lessens with regular use. It's harmless, though some people find it distracting. Taking it with food can make it milder. -
Do I need to take it before every workout?
Not necessarily. Beta-alanine works by raising muscle carnosine over weeks of daily use, so consistency matters more than timing. The brand suggests taking it 15 to 20 minutes before workouts. On rest days, you can still take a serving with a meal to keep levels up.† -
Can I add it to my pre-workout?
Yes. Many pre-workouts already include some beta-alanine, often less than 3g, so check your label first. Adding this lets you reach a full dose without taking more stimulants. It mixes well with citrulline and creatine.† -
Is beta-alanine safe for tested athletes?
Beta-alanine is not on the WADA prohibited list. This product is a single ingredient with no stimulants listed. It doesn't advertise a third-party sport certification, so tested athletes should confirm with their governing body. When in doubt, ask before you compete.
How to Take Metabolic Nutrition Beta-Alanine
Mix 1 scoop (3,000mg) with 8 to 12 oz of water or your preferred beverage and take it 15 to 20 minutes before workouts. Use it daily for best results, since its effect builds over several weeks. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Not intended for pregnant or nursing women or anyone under 18. If you take medication or have a medical condition, check with your physician before use.
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Who Should Exercise Caution with Beta-Alanine
- Anyone under 18
- Pregnant or nursing women
- Anyone sensitive to skin tingling or flushing: start with half a scoop
- Anyone taking prescription medication or with a medical condition: ask your physician first
†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.