Tyrosine

Tyrosine is important for overall metabolism, and involved in the metabolism of phenylalanine. Tyrosine is a precursor of adrenaline and neurotransmitters norepinephrine and dopamine, therefore this amino acid works very well against depression. Tyrosine plays an important role in the function of thyroid hormone, it attaches to iodine atoms to form active thyroid hormones. 

Effective for: 

• Depression 

In conjecture with tryptophan: 

• Hypothyroidism 
• Attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder 
• Parkinson’s disease 
• Withdraw from cocaine addiction 

Supplements: 

A form of tyrosine know as acetyl L-tyrosine is the most effective for treatment of depression. 

Recommended Dose: 

• High doses of tyrosine must be taken under doctor’s supervision. 
• Doses of 600-2000 mg against depression on empty stomach with vitamin B6 and vitamin C 

Side effects and precautions: 

• Tyrosine is capable of raising the blood pressure or pulse rate and has to be taken under doctor’s supervision.
• Persons taking monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors , or peple suffering from migraine, melanoma or gliobastoma multiforme must not take tyrosine.