L-Tyrosine 500 mg Vegetable Capsules

SOLGAR L-Tyrosine contains Tyrosine, an amino acid found naturally as a free amino acid in the blood and nervous system tissues. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and are needed for many internal body functions. They are classified as “essential” or “nonessential,” with essential amino acids not being able to be produced by the body and having to be supplemented through the diet to maintain overall good health. Amino acids can also be used by the body to create hormones, enzymes, neurotransmitters, antibodies and nutrient carriers. Inadequate intake of essential amino acids increases the body’s need for nonessential amino acids, either through diet or supplementation. Foods that increase amino acid intake are meat, beans, cheese and eggs. Tyrosine is a non-essential amino acid and is found in dairy products, meat, fish, eggs, nuts, beans, oats and wheat. Tyrosine is a precursor to the stress hormones adrenaline and noradrenaline, which are responsible for the “fight or flight” response. Chemical messengers involved in brain processes also use Tyrosine.¹

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