Tyrosine

The article presents information related to L-tyrosine, a natural amino acid which helps in overcoming depression, improving memory and increasing mental alertness. Neurotransmitters are formed i...

Thyroid hormone medications are the second top-selling category of drugs in the U.S. today. Over 23 percent of Americans are currently being treated for low thyroid (hypothyroid). And it is estimated that an additional 30 percent have yet to be diagnosed.

The article identifies the nutritional role of L-tyrosine, a natural amino acid as well as the association between L-tyrosine deficiency and cocaine and alcohol addiction. L-tyrosine is an essent...

L-Tyrosine occupies a central position in the synthesis of several biologically active molecules, including the catecholamines, thyroxine and melanin. Its conversion to L-DOPA by tyrosine hydroxy...

The article offers information on L-tyrosine, a conditionally essential amino acid because under normal conditions the body synthesizes sufficient quantities from phenylalanine. It cites the find...