Origin: Supplements or food sources such as chocolates, beans, lentils, nuts, seeds, meat, seafood, and dairy.
Also Known As:
PEA
Phenylethylamine
Β-phenylethylamine
Β-phenethylamine
2-phenylethane-1-amine
Benzeneethanamine
Overview: Beta phenylethylamine is derived from the amino acid phenylalanine which a substance is also found to occur naturally in chocolate and several other foods. This chemical is also believed to affect mood and induce a natural high or euphoric feeling by releasing neurotransmitters in the body.
Beta phenylethylamine is also believed to help induce weight loss and assist with appetite control with research that indicates it helps to raise the metabolism. The effects of this compound also indicate increased cognition, focus and memory believed to lead to a reduction of stress and anxiety to create a synergistic effect for better overall mood.
Common Dosage: 300 to 1000 mg per day