{"id":83747,"date":"2017-12-29t09:23:36","date_gmt":"2017-12-29t14:23:36","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.digitopmedia.com\/?p=83747"},"modified":"2022-01-05t03:20:56","modified_gmt":"2022-01-05t08:20:56","slug":"l-tyrosine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.digitopmedia.com\/l-tyrosine\/","title":{"rendered":"l-tyrosine | a beginner’s guide"},"content":{"rendered":"
nootropics appear to be a rapidly-growing trend in the supplement industry, with some of the most popular ones being l-tyrosine supplements.<\/p>\n
those who are constantly coping with stress might find themselves easily attracted to the claims that l-tyrosine manufacturers make about it being a stress-reliever.<\/p>\n
but, just how much of this is true? can l-tyrosine reduce your stress and give your brain the boost it needs? read on to find out.<\/p>\n
as you might have guessed from the “l” in its name, l-tyrosine is an amino acid.<\/p>\n
your body utilizes this amino acid to create catecholamines – in particular, dopamine and norepinephrine.<\/p>\n
dopamine is a neurotransmitter involved in creating motivation, arousal, reward, and motor control.<\/p>\n
norepinephrine acts as both a neurotransmitter and hormone, performing functions in both the sympathetic and central nervous systems (sns and cns, respectively).<\/p>\n
both of these neurochemicals are essential for your brain and body to properly function.<\/p>\n
a lot of the l-tyrosine you get comes from your diet. it is present in dairy products, chicken, and soy.<\/p>\n
however, some of us simply do not get enough of it from our diets.<\/p>\n
your body should be doing a good job of regulating catecholamines on its own and converting l-tyrosine into l-dopa.<\/p>\n
in other words, you might not increase your norepinephrine and dopamine levels just by getting extra l-tyrosine, according to ncbi.<\/a><\/p>\n according to myfooddata<\/a>, there is, however, some evidence to suggest that l-tyrosine acts as a buffering system against intense physical and emotional stress.<\/p>\n so, while it does not relieve stress, l-tyrosine seems to have some ability to protect you when your cortisol (your “stress” hormone, released by the adrenal gland) level gets too high, examine.com<\/a> reports.<\/p>\n according to braintropic<\/a>, l-tyrosine is an amino acid that acts as a buffer against stress, even though it is not directly a stress reducer.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n the number one use of l-tyrosine is probably pretty obvious by now.<\/p>\n many people who try it use it for its ability to protect them against cognitive decline due to physical and emotional stress.<\/p>\n those who take it to reduce stress tend to report that they experience some relief when taken during or just after a bout of acute stress.<\/p>\n of course, l-tyrosine itself does not seem to be an actual stress-reliever, although results seem to consistently show that it acts as a buffer.<\/p>\n l-tyrosine also appears to have an impact on cognitive abilities, even while the body and mind are under stress.<\/p>\n the cadets who were being studied were all undergoing a rigorous and stressful combat training course, and those who were provided with l-tyrosine showed improved cognitive abilities during memory tasks.<\/p>\n additionally, l-tyrosine seems to provide a cognitive boost in sleep-deprived individuals.<\/p>\n according to ncbi<\/a>, a 1995 study of on this subject revealed that sleep-deprived participants performed better in assigned cognitive skills (including memory) tasks than their peers who received a placebo.<\/p>\n these results make l-tyrosine seem like a helpful nootropic for working individuals and college students who often don’t get enough sleep but need to be cognitively alert.<\/p>\n according to ncbi<\/a>, about cognitive abilities, it appears that l-tyrosine supports an elevated degree of cognitive flexibility.<\/p>\n essentially, this means that those who use l-tyrosine might be better able to shift between thoughts and tasks than those who do not take this amino acid.<\/p>\n this might be due to l-tyrosine’s connection with dopamine, which is known for stimulating cognitive flexibility.<\/p>\n according to ncbi<\/a>, in 2011, one study revealed that the majority of its participants (77%, to be exact) benefitted from using l-tyrosine alone.<\/p>\n finally, l-tyrosine is becoming more frequently found in supplements used by athletes.<\/p>\n since it seems to promote a better focus on tasks at hand, athletes find benefit in this amino acid as they use it to fluidly switch between exercise tasks and intensities.<\/p>\n l-tyrosine is most commonly used by those looking to boost their cognitive performances.<\/p>\n those who use it want to reap the benefits that come with clearer cognitive processing and task mitigation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n l-tyrosine has quite a few well-documented benefits.<\/p>\n those who are struggling with aspects of cognitive decline might find l-tyrosine to be beneficial.<\/p>\n l-tyrosine might not be able to stop the process of cognitive decline, but it might be able to slow it down.<\/p>\n since l-tyrosine has been shown to increase cognitive flexibility, it could at least provide temporary improvement regarding short-term memory functions and maintaining focus.<\/p>\n of course, we cannot forget to mention the buffering benefits l-tyrosine has against stress.<\/p>\n stress and cognitive performance (and, therefore, cognitive decline) seem to be highly correlated.<\/p>\n an excessive amount of cortisol can lead to:<\/p>\n stress then exacerbates these symptoms and turns into a vicious cycle.<\/p>\n l-tyrosine might be able to replenish the levels that have been depleted due to the overproduction of cortisol.<\/p>\n at the very least, l-tyrosine appears to have short-term benefits in enhancing cognitive functions that have been affected by stress.<\/p>\n also, although reviews are mixed regarding l-tyrosine weight loss effects, it appears that stress-induced weight gain could be reduced by taking l-tyrosine.<\/p>\n however, l-tyrosine weight loss efforts would need to be paired with healthy diet and lifestyle choices to maximize success.<\/p>\n l-tyrosine benefits still warrant a lot of research, but this amino acid seems to have a positive impact on those struggling with stress and cognitive decline.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n contrary to what you may think, not all stress is harmful for the health.<\/p>\n there are two main types of stress.<\/p>\n eustress is the positive energy that gives you the drive to accomplish things.<\/p>\n in moderate amounts, this kind of stress can energize you and give you a good buzz.<\/p>\n it can also elevate your mood and boost your immune system.<\/p>\n distress is the negative factor that you need to watch out for.<\/p>\n if this starts to build up it will begin to adversely affect your health.<\/p>\n there are a number of common signs and symptoms that will indicate if your level of stress is high.<\/p>\n signs and symptoms that your stress level is too high include:<\/p>\n your body responds to stress by releasing hormones, such as norepinephrine and cortisol.<\/p>\n this causes the release of energy stored in the muscles, boosting your heart rate, and slowing down metabolic function such as immunity, digestion, growth, and reproduction.<\/p>\n symptoms of stress may even be affecting your health although you are not aware of it.<\/p>\n stress can wreak havoc on your immune system.<\/p>\n according to ncbi<\/a>, when you\u2019re under stress, the cells in your immune system are unable to respond adequately.<\/p>\n stress can cause a number of digestive issues including nausea, constipation, and diarrhea.<\/p>\n as ncbi<\/a> claims, when you\u2019re suffering from chronic stress, a restful night\u2019s sleep may seem impossible.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n l-tyrosine is an amino acid that your body uses to produce dopamine and noradrenaline.<\/p>\n dopamine is a neurotransmitter; this means it is responsible, in part, for transmitting signals back and forth between the nerve cells in the brain.<\/p>\n noradrenaline, also known as norepinephrine, is a hormone and also a neurotransmitter.<\/p>\n during times of stress, production of both these chemicals is triggered.<\/p>\n some researchers believe that during times of stress, the body is unable to produce enough tyrosine and that taking supplemental l-tyrosine can help reduce some of the symptoms of stress.<\/p>\n l-tyrosine has been shown to help improve concentration, reduce fatigue, and boost mental performance.<\/p>\n it also assists in the production of coenzyme q10 which is an antioxidant.<\/p>\n because it aids in the production of melatonin, l-tyrosine can also aid restful sleep.<\/p>\n l-tyrosine can be bought over the counter as a supplement in tablet form.<\/p>\n it\u2019s available in 250 mg, 500 mg, and 750 mg pills.<\/p>\n you should take l-tyrosine supplements at 30 minutes before meals, three times a day.<\/p>\n taking a copper and folate supplement at the same time help l-tyrosine trigger brain chemicals.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n l-tyrosine can be taken completely on its own. however, there are some individuals who have used l-tyrosine and 5 htp together. in the world of supplements, doing this is called “stacking.”<\/p>\n in other words, two different substances that achieve similar effects can be synchronized to maximize the benefits of both.<\/p>\nl-tyrosine uses<\/h2>\n
l-tyrosine benefits<\/h2>\n
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stress<\/h2>\n
symptoms of stress<\/h2>\n
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stress and your health<\/h2>\n
immune system<\/h3>\n
digestive system<\/h3>\n
sleep<\/h3>\n
stress and l-tyrosine<\/h3>\n
l-tyrosine and 5 htp<\/h2>\n