N-acetyl-L-tyrosine (NALT) supposedly has better absorption and stronger nootropic effects than L-tyrosine. However, science tells a different story and points to some major drawbacks. Read on to find out if NALT is a better option and how to use it properly.<\/p>\n
L-tyrosine<\/a> is an amino acid your body uses to make proteins, neurotransmitters, and other vital compounds. Your body can make it from another amino acid, phenylalanine<\/a>. You can also get it from good protein sources such as cheese, meat, eggs, and beans [R<\/a>, R<\/a>, R<\/a>].<\/p>\n N-acetyl-L-tyrosine (NALT or NAT) is a derivative of L-tyrosine promoted for its supposedly higher absorption and efficacy. People use it as a supplement to boost their physical and mental performance. Still, science supports only a fraction of these claims and anecdotal benefits.<\/p>\n The potential health benefits discussed below refer to L-tyrosine if not stated otherwise. Although NALT is a source of L-tyrosine, it may not have the same health effects.<\/b><\/p>\n A portion of ingested NALT turns into L-tyrosine, an amino acid with promising nootropic and stimulant effects. L-tyrosine increases neurotransmitters known as catecholamines<\/i>: dopamine<\/a>, norepinephrine<\/a>, and epinephrine<\/a> [R<\/a>].<\/p>\n They play central roles in your mental health, cognition, behavior, and stress response<\/a>. The body needs a steady supply of tyrosine to maintain their production and keep physical and cognitive performance at peak levels [R<\/a>, R<\/a>].<\/p>\nSnapshot<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
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