NeuroReplete Side Effects

NeuroReplete Side Effects

NeuroReplete is a formula that is often used in the course of amino acid therapy. NeuroReplete is a specialized formula that contains L-tyrosine and 5-HTP in a 10:1 ratio along with the cofactors necessary to convert those amino acids into the catecholamines (dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine) and serotonin, respectively. Everyone needs a unique combination of amino acids to achieve optimal neurotransmitter function, but NeuroReplete is a good place to start. (more…)

GI Upset with Amino Acids: Carbohydrate Intolerance

GI Upset with Amino Acids: Carbohydrate Intolerance

As we are working to achieve the proper dosing of amino acid therapy to correct a person’s underlying neurotransmitter imbalances some people experience transient nausea lasting 45-60 minutes periodically throughout the day. The underlying reason for this side effect is distinctly different from the GI upset/nausea some people experience at the initiation of amino acid therapy. (more…)

Amino Acid Therapy, Neurotransmitters, and Weight Loss

Amino Acid Therapy, Neurotransmitters, and Weight Loss

There are many underlying metabolic imbalances that can prevent a person from losing weight. Some of them show obvious cause and effect, like an underactive thyroid that slows down the metabolism, making it very difficult to use food as fuel, which causes a person to pack o the pounds. Others, like neurotransmitter imbalances, exert their effects in more sinister and secretive ways. This often makes people feel they are powerless to do anything about them. Luckily, that isn’t the case. (more…)