Posted by Meri-Tuuli on May 20, 2006, at 9:55:10
In reply to Re: Long term amino acid therapy, posted by blueberry on May 19, 2006, at 16:34:23
Hi Blueberry!
> Tyrosine in a way scares me for longterm use because it is similar to taking a prescription parkinson's med like sinemet. History shows that over time as the brain gets accustomed to the extra dopamine, more and more is needed and eventually other meds are needed to oost the effects. Sometimes parkinson's symptoms actually get worse.
I loved the feeling of tyrosine, but yeah, somehow it feels wrong to take it long term. I'm sure the body would get used to it, like you said above.
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> Some sources say it is better to take a balanced amino acid supplement that has 20 aminos in it, including phenylalaine, tyrosine, and tryptophan. Or if it doesn't have tryptophan, then add some 5htp or tryptophan on the side to the balanced amino acid.Yeah, that would be a good idea. Although I suppose if you have a varied diet, it might be just as good...?
Hmmm. I guess we just don't know enough etc.
Oh well. I guess I'd better reserve the tyrosine for the occasional day!Kind regards
Meri
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