Tyrosine transmits nerve impulses to the brain by increasing the production of several neurotransmitters (brain chemical messengers). A neurotransmitter carries a message from one nerve cell to the next from the brain to the rest of the body and vice versa.
Tyrosine is a building block for the production of adrenaline and noradrenaline, the stress hormones of the body. These are
Tyrosine helps to decrease irritability, agitation, and an overwhelmed sensation.
Tyrosine has been shown to reduce the fatigue and other effects from sleep deprivation. Clinical studies reveal an improvement in mental alertness and productivity at work with tyrosine supplementation after sleep deprivation.
Tyrosine levels are clinically low in most depressed patients. Tyrosine goes into the production of dopamine, a relaxing and sedating neurotransmitter.
Dopamine is also essential to the mental functioning of the brain and plays a role in enhancing libido.
Tyrosine also enhances the production of serotonin, the body's main "happy" neurotransmitter, once again decreasing the depressive symptoms.
Application: As a supplemental source of tyrosine.
Directions for use: Take four to twelve capsules per day or as directed by a health professional.
Nutrients:
Tyrosine (250mg)
Vitamin C (125mg)
Vitamin B6 (25mg)
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