Phenylalanine DESCRIPTION/FUNCTION L-Phenylalanine is classified as an essential amino acid. It can be converted to tyrosine, which in turn is converted to the excitatory catecholamine neurotransmitters (dopa, dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine). The 'L' form exists in food naturally. When it is made in a lab, both the 'L' and 'D' forms are produced. The 'L' form may be separated and sold by itself, or the mixture can be left together, which is sometimes called DLPA (DL-phenylalanine). RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) for Adults Phenylalanine plus tyrosine: 14 mg/kg/day. MAJOR SOURCES Animal proteins (dairy, eggs, fish, meat, poultry). MAINTENANCE/THERAPEUTIC RANGE L-Phenylalanine: 500 mg to 5,000 mg. DL-Phenylalanine: 250 mg to 2,000 mg. POSSIBLE THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS Chronic fatigue syndrome, chronic pain (DLPA), depression (unipolar), Parkinson's disease. COM MENTS Since phenylalanine increases excitatory neurotransmitters, it should be taken early in the day to avoid sleep disturbances. Phenylalanine may help with weight loss by reducing appetite. DLPA can help with chronic pain if taken for at least two months. As with all amino acids, supplements should be taken on an empty stomach, or at least separate from protein foods. CAUTIONS If pregnant, avoid the 'D' and 'DL' forms. Do not combine with prescription medications for depression (especially MAOIs and neuroleptic drugs), Parkinson’s disease, or various psychoses, including schizophrenia. Avoid if you have PKU. Consult with your health practitioner if you have high blood pressure. References Jellin, JM, editor. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database, 2007. Pillepich, JA. The Nutraceutical Reference Guide, 2005. FOR PHENYLALANINE, CONSIDER THIS SUPPLEMENT: ● Brain Energy ● A.M. Brain Energy Cream * * * * * * Total Health Nutrients is a multi-faceted company, with operations in New York and New Jersey. We provide both services and products, such as: Nutritional Supplements: We carry the highest quality supplements to speed up your healing process. They were developed to contain the right proportions of vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids, without danger of toxic build-up and without dangerous side effects. Each ingredient is selected in consideration of its absorbability, competitive relationship with other nutrients, allergenic potential, and long-term safety. Also, our supplements are manufactured in a cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) facility, ensuring you always get a pure product that meets label potency. Go to www.totalhealthnutrients.com to check out our selection of pure supplements. Personalized Vitamin Organizers: As an added service, we offer these compartmentalized containers filled with your supplement regimen, with each section labeled, for easy identification. For people who are rushed in the morning or who travel frequently, this service makes life a bit less complicated. Dietary Analysis: We use the most reliable computerized nutritional analysis program available. More than 29,000 foods, from all food groups, are accessed by our computer program, analyzing a person's usual dietary intake. The resulting reports provide the information in tabular and graphical formats. Metabolic Testing: This service measures how many calories you burn at various activities, and how many calories you need daily to lose/sustain/or increase your weight, depending on your goals. Having these numbers enables us to make your personalized plan as accurate as possible. TSFL Weight Loss Program: We proudly feature TSFL Weight Loss Program for patients that need to lose weight as quickly and safely as possible. Clinically proven by Johns Hopkins University - Take Shape For Life will help you reach your weight goal with Medifast Meals that are low calorie, low fat, and nutritionally balanced. There is no counting calories, carbs, or points. It is all done for you. Along the way, we will provide the care and support you need to succeed in maintaining your weight loss and health program for life. More info is available at www.rainbowdiet.tsfl.com. 1-888-THN-7284 www.totalhealthnutrients.com Call Total Health Nutrients today, or visit our web site, for our great selection of high-quality nutritional supplements!

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