Tyrosine









Tyrosine


Natural product category
Nutraceutical/amino acid
What is this natural product used for?
Tyrosine is a nonessential amino acid, meaning it can be made from another chemical in the body. In this case, the other chemical is phenylalanine. Tyrosine is very important because it is part of the structure of almost all proteins in the body. It has been used to support individuals with depression, stress, premenstrual syndrome, Parkinson's disease, chronic fatigue syndrome, and weight loss.
How does it work?
Tyrosine plays a very important role in brain nutrition because it serves as a supplier of chemicals that are used to make neurotransmitters. It is also important in the production of thyroid hormones and certain components of the skin.
How is it best taken?
  • Take 30 minutes before eating. Take at the same time each day.
  • Take this product with a full glass of water.
  • Take this product at a similar time every day.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
  • To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
  • Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
  • If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
  • Do not take a double dose or extra doses.
What are the precautions when taking this natural product?
  • Check medicines and natural products with healthcare provider. This natural product may not mix well with other medicines or natural products.
  • Do not use if you are taking a monamine oxidase inhibitor.
  • Avoid dairy products.
  • Use caution if you have a weakened heart. Talk with healthcare provider.
  • Use caution if you have high blood pressure. Talk with healthcare provider.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicines or natural products. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
What are the possible side effects of this natural product?
  • Headache. Mild pain medicine may help.
  • Belly pain and cramps.
What should I monitor?
  • Watch for unusual swelling of the legs or belly, shortness of breath, weight gain, or exercise tolerance.
  • Check blood pressure regularly.
  • Any significant changes in skin (pigmentation, color, rash).
Reasons to call healthcare provider
  • Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; tightness in the chest; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Severe nausea or vomiting.
  • Severe diarrhea.
How should I store this natural product?
  • Store in original container at room temperature.
  • Protect from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.
Dietary sources
Soy products, chicken, fish, bananas, dairy products. Tyrosine is made normally in the body from compounds in the typical American diet.
Dosage forms
Oral
Drug interactions
Monamine oxidase inhibitors, antidepressants
General statements
  • Nutraceuticals are a type of dietary supplement that provide a specific amount of a substance that offers possible health benefits.
  • Nutraceutical products are almost always obtained from plant or animal sources.
  • In general, nutraceutical doses are much higher than the amount that could be obtained from food sources.
  • These products have the potential to provide significant benefits and possible risks. Use nutraceuticals with caution if you are taking pharmaceutical medications (prescription and others), herbs, or other natural products. Always review for potential nutraceutical-drug, nutraceutical-herb, and nutraceutical-natural product interactions with your healthcare provider.
  • Amino acids are the building blocks for proteins. There are two categories of amino acids: Essential and nonessential. The essential amino acids must be obtained from food or dietary supplements, while the body can usually make the nonessential amino acids.
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