Cognitive Nutrition L-DOPA 250 mg 120 capsules

L-DOPA (3,4-dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine) is a naturally occurring amino acid found in the human brain and in certain plants (Macuna pruriens aka velvet bean). L-Dopa is produced from the amino acid L-Tyrosine via the enzyme tyrosine 3-monooxygenase (previously called tyrosine hydroxylase). Afterwards L-Dopa is able to cross the blood-brain-barrier and converts into Dopamine by the Vitamin B-6 dependant enzyme aromatic-L-amino-acid decarboxylase. Indirectly by increasing Dopamine L-DOPA causes a significant HGH release and suppresses excessive Prolactin release in healthy adults.

Neurochemical effects:

: Raises levels of dopamine

Supports mental alertness and mood

: Releases human growth hormone (HGH)

Supports physical strength and well being

: Reduces excessive Prolactin levels

-Dose-

250-500 mg daily with juice or water.

-When can I feel it?-

Can be noticed within a few hours to a few days.

-What works best with it?-

EGCG (from Green Tea extract) acts as a natural decarboxylase inhibitor which helps prevent excessive levels of Dopamine from building up in the body rather than the brain.

Quercetin acts as a natural catechol-O-methyl transferase (COMT) inhibitor that improves L-DOPA's conversion into Dopamine in the brain and helps prevent Dopamine breakdown.

-Notes-

Avoid taking in high doses with other compounds that potently affect Dopamine, such as, other dopamine precursors (L-Tyrosine, D-Phenylalanine, L-Phenylalanine), Dopamine agonists Phenylethylamine, Bromocriptine, or MAO-A or B Inhibitors (Deprenyl). If you have hypotension or any health conditions consult a healthcare professional before using.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.