L-Tyrosine and L-Dopa are two biological compounds that are often compared for their abilities to increase the dopamine levels in the central nervous system. While structurally different, L-Tyrosine is actually a precursor of L-Dopa, so the question as to which between these two compounds is better seemed inevitable. To make things simpler, L-Tyrosine is converted […]
L-dopa, or levodopa, is an amino acid and a hormone that is produced naturally by some plants and animals. Humans can synthesize l-dopa using another amino acid, l-tyrosine. L-dopa is a precursor of several neuroendocrine transmitters and these are dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. These three neuroendocrine transmitters are called catecholamines and their primary role is […]
L-Theanine is easily one of the most underrated supplements when it comes to its nootropic abilities. Check out online nootropic discussions and you’ll very likely see L-Theanine being relegated either as a nootropic for beginners or as a cognitive enhancer for those who are cash strapped. If you take time to examine its abilities and […]
Acetyl l-carnitine is a nonessential amino acid and an acetylated derivative of l-carnitine. More often referred to as ALCAR, this amino acid is often taken as a dietary supplement for various purposes. Admittedly, the amino acid l-carnitine is easily recognized as a fat burning aid and it is indeed an effective weight loss supplement. One […]
Being one of the 22 muscle building amino acids, l-tyrosine is perhaps more recognizable as part of bodybuilding and performance enhancing supplements, than as a cognitive enhancer. More than just a muscle builder however, l-tyrosine is a very versatile amino acid that it is used for a wide range of supplemental and medical applications. L-tyrosine […]
