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Amino Acids - are the building blocks of protein. Your body is primarily made of protein.  And protein in turn, is made up of chains of amino acids What distinguishes all amino acids is that they all have a group, (amine group), made of 1 atom of nitrogen & 2 atoms of hydrogen. (NH2)

Free-Form Amino Acids - Individual amino acids that are  unattached to each other or anything else & therefore able to be immediately absorbed into the blood stream with no digestion necessary. Since, unlike proteins, free-form amino acids require absolutely no digestion, they can be absorbed by anyone no matter how old they may be or the condition of their digestive system.  Also, unlike proteins, free-form amino acids can be taken on an empty stomach such as right before a workout.  Whereas proteins have to have a mass of food sufficient to stimulate the release of digestive juices. This is why most protein supplements are presented as blender drinks.  Free-form amino acids are not to be confused with so-called "predigested protein." which is not really predigested but actually partially digested.

Negative nitrogen balance - The condition of excreting more amino acids & protein than one is taking in. This makes it difficult to maintain ones body since the body's tissues are mainly made of protein & amino acids which require constant maintenance & repair.

Precursors - the substance from which another substance is made.

Protein - Chains of some combination of the 20 so-called "proteogenic" amino acids. (proteogenic means to generate protein). In other words their are only 20  amino acids from which all proteins in all organic life both animal & vegetable are made. Not all 20 are in every protein, but nothing else but some portion of the 20 proteogenic amino acids in repetitive long chains often approx. 100,000 amino acids long are what all proteins in all life are made from.

Secretalogical cells - Cells that secrete hormones.

 

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 Neuro-Balance
(Erase the Blues)

Low catecholamine neurotransmitters result in a chemical imbalance on the brain associated with depression. Neuro-Balance is a potent combination of both L-Tyrosine and N-Acetyl L-Tyrosine, which help to elevate catecholamine neurotransmitters in the brain.

Each capsule contains:
A total of 620 mg. (L-Tyrosine - 500mg; N-Acetyl- L-Tyrosine - 100 mg; Pyridoxal 5'Phospahte (P-5'-P) - 20mg).

DIRECTIONS: Take 2 capsules 30 minutes before breakfast and 2 capsules 30 minutes before lunch. Take with fruit juice of water. Do not take with milk or dairy products.

  • Low levels of Tyrosine in the blood show a direct correlation to depression.

  • Supplementation with Tyrosine has been clinically effective in the treatment of depression associated with catecholamine deficiencies.

  • N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine is a special Tyrosine chemical complex that crosses the blood brain barrier rapidly.

  • This formula is comprised of natural, safe, highest quality amino acids plus the precursor, Pyridoxal 5'Phosphate (active B-6). Tyrosine is a natural amino acid and has been safely used for over 20 years with no adverse side effects, however, Tyrosine should not be taken by individuals who are on MAO inhibitors.

  • Desiccant pads are included in Neuro-Balance, as well as all of Montiff's highest quality nutraceuticals, to insure optimal freshness.

RECOMMENDED FOR:
Improving chemical imbalances of the brain due to catecholamine deficiencies associated with depression, stress, mood swings, and drug withdrawals.

WHAT IS TYROSINE?

  • Tyrosine is an amino acid, which is made in the body from Phenylalanine.

  • It is the precursor to neurotransmitters and helps elevate catecholamines safely and effectively.

  • The biochemical conversion of Tyrosine is to Dopa, then Dopamine, Norepinephrine and Epinephrine.

  • Pyridoxal 5"Phosphate (P-5’P, the active form of B6) is essential for the conversion of Dopa into catecholamines.

  • Low levels of Tyrosine in the blood show a direct correlation to depression.

  • Supplementation with Tyrosine has been shown clinically effective in the treatment of depression associated with catecholamine deficiencies.

  • Tyrosine also has an effect on Thyroxine levels and is involved in adrenaline and energy production.

WHY IS N-ACETYL- L-TYROSINE INCLUDED?
N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine is a special Tyrosine chemical complex. Research indicates that it crosses the blood brain rapidly, and including this improves the effectiveness of this formula.

FUNCTIONS:

    DEPRESSION

  • Low levels of Norepinephrine (NE) are associated with depression, and have correlated to low levels of Tyrosine in the plasma.

  • Supplementation with Tyrosine has been proven effective in raising the plasma levels of Tyrosine, and has been clinically effective in the treatment of depression associated with catecholamine deficiencies.

  • Many studies substantiate the effectiveness in use of Tyrosine with depressed individuals.

    STRESS

  • Reduced catecholamine levels have been associated with behavioral changes related to stress.

  • Tyrosine supplementation has resulted in decreased anxiety and improvement in mood.

  • Tyrosine supplementation has also resulted in increased ability to concentrate.

  • Other symptoms of stress, such as headache and muscle discomfort have been reduced after supplementation with Tyrosine.

    COCAINE ADDICTION

  • The chronic use of cocaine reduces Dopamine (DA) and Norepinephrine (NA) metabolites, interfering with the catecholamine biochemistry in the brain and causing a chemical imbalance.

  • The withdrawal symptoms including, drug craving, depression, anxiety, irritability etc. are associated with chemical imbalances caused by cocaine addiction.

  • Tyrosine levels are measurably low on those addicted to cocaine and supplementation with Tyrosine improves catecholamine biochemistry and assists in decreased symptoms of withdrawal

 

          NARCOLEPSY

  • Narcolepsy is a disorder causing a sudden urge to sleep.

  • This disorder is associated with a Dopamine abnormality.

  • The precursor to dopamine is Tyrosine, and studies support the benefits of Tyrosine supplementation for this condition.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF NEURO-BALANCE?

  • Montiff uses only the highest quality amino acids, including L-Tyrosine and N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine.

  • N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine crosses the blood barrier quickly, and is included in this formula for fast assimilation and increased effectiveness.

  • Pyridoxal 5’ Phosphate is necessary for the proper conversion into catecholamines, and it is included in the formulation of Neuro-Balance.

  • Neuro-Balance is encapsulated for quick digestion and assimilation.

  • Desiccant pads are included in this and all Montiff’s products to insure freshness.

SAFETY CONSIDERATION:
Tyrosine is a natural amino acid and has been safely used for over 20 years with no adverse side effects; however, Tyrosine should not be used by individuals on MAO inhibitors or those with melanomas (since Tyrosine is involved in the production of melanin).

If you are supplementing with an amino acid formula, such as Branched-Chain Amino Acids, Gluca-Balance, Neuro-Balance, or Super Sports, it is important to also take Vita-Minz-Plus, a multi-vitamin-mineral, in order to maintain proper metabolic balance.

    REFERENCES:

  1. Montgomery, Stuart, Corn Timothy H., "Psychopharmacology of Depression". 1994.

  2. Alonso R., Gibson DJ.. Wurtman, R.J., et al, "Biol. Psychiatry" 1982.

  3. Dackle C.A., Gold M.S., J. "Substance Abuse Treatment", 1985.

  4. Hirie, A. Phd.. Casanova, M., M.D., Kleinman, J., M.D., Phd., Wyatt R., M.D.,”Fewer Dopamine Transporter Receptors in the Prefrontal Cortex of Cocaine Users”, Am.J.Psychiatry, July 1994.

  5. Gibson, Candace, “Control of Monoamine Synthesis by Amino Acid Precursors”, Adv. Blol Psychiat, 1983.

  6. Kishimoto H., Hama Y., Nagasaki T,and Konno, M., “Plasma Amino Acid Concentrations in Depressed Patients”, Yokaham Med. Bul. 1978.

  7. Salter, Charles Major USA.,”Dietary stress as an Aid to Stress Resistance Among Troops”, Military Medicine, 1989.

  8. Wurtman R.J., Hefti, F., and Melamed E., “Precursor Control of Neurotransmitter Synthesis”, Pharm. Rev, 1981.

  9. Roufs, J.B.,”L.-Tyrosine in the Treatment of Narcolepsy”, Med. Hypothesis, 1990.

  10. Gibson, C., Gelenberg, A., “Tyrosine in the Treatment of Depression”, Adv. Biol. Psych., 1983.

  11. Draper H., "Advances in Nutritional Research: Neurobiology of Pyridoxine". 1985.

  12. Stone E.A., Friedhoff, A.J., "Catecholamines and Behavior", 1975.

  13. Moller, S.A., Odum K, “Plasma Tyrosinel/Neutral Amino Acid Ratio Correlated with Clinical Respons to Nortriptyline in Endogenously Depressed Patients”, J. of Affective Disorders, 1985.

  14. Gibson C.J., “Tyrosine in the Treatment of Depression”, Adv. Biol. Psychiatry., 1983.

 
 

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