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2-Amino-3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Propionic Acid, 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)Alanine
Description
Tyrosine is a non-essential amino acid. It aids in the production of melanin -- the pigment responsible for hair and skin colour. It also aids in adrenal, thyroid, and pituitary glands function.
Tyrosine stimulates serotonin levels and curbs excessive carbohydrate cravings. It is also a precursor to norepinephrine and dopamine -- two essential neurotransmitters responsible for mood levels. This amino acid can also help reduce stress levels.
Ailments / Situations Where Used
Tyrosine suppresses the appetite and helps reduce body fat. As a precursor to mood-raising norepinephrine and dopamine, tyrosine can help calm nerves and anxiety, ease stress, promote relaxation, and help deal with depression by boosting mood levels.
Tyrosine can also help prevent or treat allergies, chronic fatigue, headaches, hypothyroidism, narcolepsy, and Parkinson's disease.
Tyrosine is good for helping people dealing with drug addictions avert the fatigue and extreme irritability often associated with withdrawal.
Source
Good sources of tyrosine include almonds, avocados, bananas, dairy products, lima beans, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds. Depending on the country in which you live, L-tyrosine may also be available as an isolated supplement in capsule or tablet form. You may require a prescription.
Optimal Absorption
Take 500mg (dosage can range as high as 2,500mg) in the morning and mid-afternoon on an empty stomach with fruit juice. Alternatively, supplement at night with a high carbohydrate meal so it does not have to compete with other amino acids for absorption.
Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings
Do not supplement with tyrosine if taking an MAO (Monoamine oxidase) inhibitor drug for depression. Also, avoid foods containing tyrosine (high protein foods) if supplementing as interactions can dangerously affect blood pressure. It is highly recommended to discuss supplementation with this amino acid with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner.
It is not recommended to take a single amino acid for an extended period of time without supplementing with other amino acids as well. Long-term isolated amino acid supplementation can create an imbalance in the body.
Ailment / Situation Listing
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