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Free Form * 500 mg L-Tyrosine is a free-form amino acid which rapidly crosses the blood-brain barrier. It is a precursor for the neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine, and to enkephalins, special peptides that subdue messages of physical discomfort. Tyrosine is also a constituent of amino sugars (glycosaminoglycans), special compunds which have important roles throughout the body. L-Tyrosine is also a precursor for the protective skin pigment melanin. KEY FEATURES -
Precursor for melanin. -
Building block of protein. -
Helps athletes avoid overtraining. -
Heightens mental alertness -
Increases feelings of well being. -
Offset physical and mental fatigue. -
Serves to protect the integrity of the skin. -
Effective for weight loss. L-Tyrosine is a nonessential organic amino acid that is a building block of protein. It is an organic amino acid due to the presence of a carbon atom in its makeup.
It is a precursor of the neurotransmitter dopamine, as well as a precursor to the adrenal hormones norepinephrine and epinephrine. L-Tyrosine may help athletes avoid overtraining, due to its ability to offset fatigue. Because L-Tyrosine is a precursor of Dopamine, supplementing with L-Tyrosine may heighten mental alertness, increase feelings of well being, and offset physical and mental fatigue. Populations in need of L-Tyrosine include: athletes, the obese or overweight, and the elderly. Hard training athletes may benefit from supplementing with L-Tyrosine as it helps to offset fatigue and stress associated with intense training. L-Tyrosine also serves to protect the integrity of the skin. Melanin, a substance which acts to protect the skin when the epidermis has been exposed to ultraviolet light, is derived from L-Tyrosine. If a shortage of melanin is present within the body [because of a lack of L-Tyrosine], skin defenses will be compromised. Melanin chemically reacts with sunlight to form a protective shield that protects the deeper layers of skin tissue.
Because persons suffering from depression frequently have low blood levels of this amino-acid, it may prove beneficial for members of this population to supplement with L-Tyrosine. Members of the obese population may benefit from supplemental L-Tyrosine. The thyroid is responsible for the manufacture of T-cells. L-Tyrosine influences the manufacture of thyroxin [T-cells], which influences basal metabolic rate. Because of this, L-Tyrosine may prove effective for weight loss.
Suggested Use: 1 tablet daily, or as recommended by your health care professional.
Supplement Facts
Size: 60 Capsules
Item Code VB1008 Serving Size: 1 Capsule | | Amount per serving: | % Daily Value | | | | | | L-Tyrosine | 500 mg | * | * Daily Value not established Other Ingredients: L-tyrosine, Capsule shell gelatin (beef), Release agent Talcum, Firming agent Magnesium stearate. Suitable for vegetarians. Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance. Warning: Contains tyrosine. Not to be used with MAO inhibitor drugs. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.
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