How can I prevent the harmful effects of grilled meat?

Cooking meat quickly at high temperatures releases chemicals known as advanced glycation end products, or AGEs. These AGEs promote oxidative stress and cellular inflammation, leading to premature wrinkles and, over time, even heart disease and Alzheimer’s.

To combat the AGEs released while grilling meat, try taking an L-carnosine supplement. Carnosine, which occurs naturally in our bodies, contains potent antioxidant activity to block the effects of AGEs. Natural carnosine levels, however, have been shown to decrease by 63% between ages 10 and 70, so it’s important to supplement your levels by taking 500 mg of L-carnosine twice per day.