Description
PhenylEthylAmine (PEA) is a neuromodulator (monoamine) in the brain involved in mood, pleasure, mental alertness, focus, etc. It naturally occurs in small amounts in chocolate, certain algae’s, etc.
Phenylethylamine is related to the following neurotransmitters and neuroactive compounds:
Dopamine (3,4-dihydroxy-phenethylamine), Tyramine (4-hydroxy-phenethylamine), Epinepinephrine (â,3,4-trihydroxy-N-methyl-phenethylamine), Ephedrine (N-methyl-â-hydroxy-amphetamine), etc.
Its chemically structural relation to these compounds account for its unique effects on enhancing mental and mood functioning. However its effects are relatively short acting as it is usually broken down by the enzyme MAO-B within several hours. This makes it an ideal short-lived yet safe fast acting compound.
Neurochemical Effects
: Has a potent effect on focus, concentration, mood, alertness and effortful attention
: Increases the release of Acetylcholine (Support Memory & Cognition)
[By stimulating the AMPA glutamatergic receptors]
: Elevate mental alertness
[By suppressing the inhibitory effects of GABA-B receptors]
: Indirect activation of Dopamine autoreceptors
[By an increased efflux of newly synthesized dopamine]
Dosage
Take 500 mg as needed with meals. If used daily cycle off at least 2 days a week.
When can I feel it?
Works within an hour at the right dose.
Caution effects are enhanced by:
MAO B inhibitors: Deprenyl, Rasagiline, or Kava Kava extract (desmethoxyyangonin). May also be combined with L-Theanine for an enhanced effect on mood and focus.
Notes
Do not take if you have high or low blood pressure, are taking any medications/supplements, or have a health conditions without your doctor’s advice.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
