WHOLE FOODS WARNING? –
June 15, 2026 – A large-scale study suggests that men with higher levels of the amino acid tyrosine may have shorter lifespans, potentially losing close to a year of life expectancy. The finding is especially intriguing because tyrosine is commonly associated with brain health …
A common amino acid found in protein rich foods and many brain health supplements may have an unexpected connection to longevity, according to new research.
Scientists reporting in the journal Aging-US examined whether two amino acids, phenylalanine and tyrosine, could influence how long people live (lifespan). Their findings suggest that higher levels of tyrosine in the blood are associated with a shorter life expectancy in men, raising new questions about the role this nutrient may play in aging.
