Tyrosine is a non-essential amino acid, meaning that our bodies synthesize it from other building blocks. This amino acid is important for the production of several critical neurotransmitters, including dopamine, adrenaline, and noradrenaline. These neurotransmitters play vital roles in regulating mood, stress response, and overall nervous system function.
Tyrosine is an amino acid that is important for the production of several important neurotransmitters, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. These neurotransmitters play a crucial role in supporting mood, mental clarity, and stress response.
No recommended dietary allowances (RDA) are established for non-essential amino acids, as they can be synthesized by the body. However, the recommended amount of phenylalanine is usually expressed as the sum of phenylalanine and tyrosine in your diet. Generally, adults should aim to consume about 33 milligrams of phenylalanine plus tyrosine per kilogram of body weight per day.
You can consume foods rich in tyrosine, such as chicken, turkey, fish, peanuts, almonds, avocados, bananas, and dairy products, to ensure adequate intake of this amino acid.
Vegans can obtain non-essential amino acids by consuming a variety of plant-based protein sources. While non-essential amino acids can be synthesized by the body, it is still crucial to ensure adequate protein intake to provide the necessary building blocks. Plant-based foods such as legumes, lentils, tofu, tempeh, quinoa, nuts, seeds, and whole grains are excellent sources of protein for vegans. By including a diverse range of these protein-rich foods in their diet, vegans can meet their protein needs and ensure their bodies have enough building blocks to synthesize non-essential amino acids effectively.
Egg white powder, for food industry
Type: Food
Egg dishes -> Egg
Tyrosine
3.15g per 100 grams
Soy protein concentrate, 58% protein
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Tyrosine
2.30g per 100 grams
Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.97g per 100 grams
Seeds, cottonseed flour, low fat (glandless)
Type: Food
Cereals and cereal products -> Flour
Tyrosine
1.80g per 100 grams
Cheese, gruyere
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.78g per 100 grams
Seeds, cottonseed meal, partially defatted (glandless)
Type: Food
Cereals and cereal products -> Flour
Tyrosine
1.77g per 100 grams
Milk powder, fat-free milk
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Tyrosine
1.75g per 100 grams
Cheese, parmesan, grated
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.72g per 100 grams
Soya beans, dried
Type: Food
Pulses and pulse dishes -> Pulses
Tyrosine
1.50g per 100 grams
Seeds, cottonseed flour, partially defatted (glandless)
Type: Food
Cereals and cereal products -> Flour
Tyrosine
1.48g per 100 grams
Cheese, hard cheese, edam type, 24-27% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.46g per 100 grams
Cheese, semi-hard cheese, edam/kadett, 9-11% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.46g per 100 grams
Cheese, gouda, average, 28-30% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.45g per 100 grams
Egg yolk powder, for food industry
Type: Food
Egg dishes -> Egg
Tyrosine
1.42g per 100 grams
Bacon, fried
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.36g per 100 grams
Bacon, fillet, 18% fat
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.36g per 100 grams
Bacon, fillet, 18% fat, fried
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.36g per 100 grams
Flour, soya flour, full fat
Type: Food
Pulses and pulse dishes -> Pulse products
Tyrosine
1.31g per 100 grams
Cheese, blue cheese, aura/danazole, average, 27-30% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.30g per 100 grams
Cheese, blue cheese, aura, 17% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.30g per 100 grams
Beef steak, fried
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.27g per 100 grams
Hemp seed, whole
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Tyrosine
1.26g per 100 grams
Hemp seed, without hull
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Tyrosine
1.26g per 100 grams
Cheese, mozzarella cheese, 20% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, unripened, fresh cheese
Tyrosine
1.25g per 100 grams
Pork, pancreas, cooked, braised
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Offal dishes
Tyrosine
1.20g per 100 grams
Cheese, hard cheese, goat cheese, 20-25% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.19g per 100 grams
Cheese, goat cheese, 30% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, unripened, fresh cheese
Tyrosine
1.19g per 100 grams
Cheese, goat cheese, 30% fat, fried
Type: Dish
Milk dishes -> Cheese, unripened, fresh cheese
Tyrosine
1.19g per 100 grams
Beef, pancreas, cooked, braised
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Offal dishes
Tyrosine
1.18g per 100 grams
Rabbit, wild, cooked, stewed
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.18g per 100 grams
Seeds, cottonseed kernels, roasted (glandless)
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Tyrosine
1.17g per 100 grams
Bacon, 32% fat
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.16g per 100 grams
Parsley, dried
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Spices
Tyrosine
1.16g per 100 grams
Cheese, white mould cheese, camembert/brie, 26-30% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.15g per 100 grams
Chicken breast without skin, fried
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Tyrosine
1.13g per 100 grams
Liver, boiled, without salt
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Offal dishes
Tyrosine
1.13g per 100 grams
Beef, liver, cooked, braised
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Offal dishes
Tyrosine
1.13g per 100 grams
Cheese, muenster
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.12g per 100 grams
Roe, average
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish products
Tyrosine
1.12g per 100 grams
Cheese, cheddar type, 34% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.11g per 100 grams
Cheese, average
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.11g per 100 grams
Cheese, 28% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Tyrosine
1.11g per 100 grams
Pumpkin seed
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Tyrosine
1.09g per 100 grams
Lamb, liver, cooked, braised
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Offal dishes
Tyrosine
1.09g per 100 grams
Pork shoulder, oven-baked
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.09g per 100 grams
Beaver, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.09g per 100 grams
Elk, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.08g per 100 grams
Buffalo, water, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.08g per 100 grams
Moose, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.08g per 100 grams
Ham, fatty
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Tyrosine
1.07g per 100 grams
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