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Exploring Supplements to Boost Endorphin Levels: Alternatives to DPA

A user inquires about supplements that increase endorphin levels like DLPA amid difficulties finding DPA. The assistant suggests caffeine, L-tryptophan, Rhodiola Rosea, and lifestyle options like exercise for enhancing endorphin release, while advising consultation with a healthcare provider.

  • Are there any other supplements that raise endorphin levels like DLPA?

    I would like to buy DPA but it seems like it’s illegal to sell all of a sudden because I can’t find it.

    I’m looking for any supplement or medicine that’s known to increase endorphin levels like DPA.

  • There are several supplements known to increase endorphin levels, similar to DLPA (D-phenylalanine), which can affect mood and mental state. Here are a few options you might consider:

    1. Caffeine: This stimulant can enhance athletic performance by increasing endorphin release, improving neuromuscular function, vigilance, and alertness, and reducing the perception of exertion during exercise1.

    2. L-Tryptophan: This amino acid is a precursor to serotonin, which is related to the regulation of mood and sleep. Increased serotonin can support endorphin activity indirectly2.

    3. Rhodiola Rosea: Known for its adaptogenic properties, Rhodiola Rosea can help alleviate stress and may contribute to the sensation of well-being, although it primarily works through other neurotransmitter systems3.

    4. Exercise and certain foods: While not supplements per se, moderate exercise and foods rich in proteins containing amino acids like tryptophan can naturally boost endorphin levels over time.

    If you are interested in seeking out products that contain these ingredients, let me know and I can help you find relevant options. Remember, always consult with a healthcare provider before starting new supplements, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking other medications.

    Footnotes

    1. Hopkins FG, Cole SW. A contribution to the chemistry of proteids: Part I. A preliminary study of a hitherto undescribed product of tryptic digestion. J Physiol. 1901;27:418–28. NCBI ↩

    2. Dawn M Richard. L-Tryptophan: Basic Metabolic Functions, Behavioral Research and Therapeutic Indications. PubMed Central ↩

    3. Emilija Ivanova Stojcheva. The Effectiveness of Rhodiola rosea L. Preparations in Alleviating Various Aspects of Life-Stress Symptoms and Stress-Induced Conditions—Encouraging Clinical Evidence. PubMed Central ↩

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