Tyrosine
Level 2 — Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary
Tyrosine is a amino acid — Nonessential amino acid for development and function
What it does
Nonessential amino acid for development and function
Where you'll see it
protein foods
Benefits
Building block of protein
Regulatory status
- US FDA: GRAS
- Notes: ASP; FDA asked for further study
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): the FDA has asked for further study of this additive