Benefits of L-Tyrosine

What is L-Tyrosine

Before we discuss the benefits of L-Tyrosine, let's talk about what it is and does...

L-Tyrosine is a non-essential amino acid, which means that the body can produce it. In the case of L-Tyrosine, the body manufactures it from phenylalanine. (Essential amino acids, by contrast, are ones the body cannot manufacture, and, therefore, must be obtained from our diet or supplementation).

Even though L-Tyrosine can be manufactured by the body, some people may need to take more via supplementation under certain situations, or for certain therapeutic purposes, which we will now cover.

Benefits of L-Tyrosine

One of the benefits of L-Tyrosine may be for people who undergo or experience a lot of stress. This is because the brain may not be able to synthesize enough tyrosine from phenylalanine under stressful conditions. Important neurotransmitters, such as epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine are synthesized from tyrosine -- and these can become depleted during stress.

Therefore, one of the possible benefits of L-Tyrosine is offsetting some of negative effects of stress.

As a corollary, another one of the possible benefits of L-Tyrosine is boosting one's mood, concentration, learning, and memory.

Who else can get benefits of L-Tyrosine?

Athletes may benefit from supplementation with L-Tyrosince because it helps to counter fatigue and stress that often comes with training.

Other possible benefits of L-Tyrosine include: used for "premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Parkinson's disease, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), narcolepsy, alcohol and cocaine withdrawal, Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular disease, impotence, loss of libido, schizophrenia, and as a suntan agent and appetite suppressant."

The Benefits of L-Tyrosine

Precautions about L-Tyrosine

L-Tyrosine is a naturally manufactured amino acid in the body, but there is a possibility that adverse reactions could occur if taken in too high a dose. However, it is an overall extremely safe supplement.

Pregnant or nursing women, or those with an existing medical condition (especially those suffering with psychiatric conditions or taking any prescription drugs) should consult with their physician before taking L-Tyrosine.

Most places recommend taking 500 mgs to 1,500 mgs per day, but we consider that to be excessive unless advised to do so by a qualified health professional. Formost people, a daily dosage of 150-300 mgs should yield benefits without the same level of risk as taking mega doses.

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