L-Phenylalanine 200 Grams

Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that is needed for normal functioning of the central nervous system. The body needs phenylalanine to make epinephrine, dopamine, and norepinephrine, three neurotransmitters that basically control the way you perceive and interact with your environment. Phenylalanine supplementation may help mood, decrease appetite and increase alertness; it may also improve memory and concentration.

Directions For Supplement Direct L-Phenylalanine: As a dietary supplement, take 1/4 level teaspoon one or more times daily as needed, preferably on an empty stomach or use as directed by a health care professionals.

Warnings: Anyone with high blood pressure or migraines should not take phenylalanine or even eat foods high in this amino acid, as it may aggravate their condition. People with a condition known as phenylketonuria (PKU), in which phenylalanine cannot be broken down, should not take phenylalanine supplements or eat foods containing large amounts of this amino acid. Do not take phenylalanine supplements in conjunction with prescription antidepressants, particularly monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, as this may lead to life-threatening spikes in blood pressure. Large doses of phenylalanine may cause nerve damage.