S-Adenosyl Methionine, SAMe

S-Adenosyl methionine (SAMe) is a naturally occurring molecule that is involved in numerous biochemical reactions in the body. SAMe is derived from the amino acid methionine and plays a role in the production of neurotransmitters, hormones, and other important biomolecules in the body. In addition, it is also involved in DNA methylation and is thought to have important anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects. SAMe supplements are often taken for their antidepressant and anti-inflammatory effects. Because of its sleep neurotransmitter regulating performance, it can improve sleep quality, and there is research on its effect on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

  • Origin: Plant Based, Animal Product, Synthetic
  • Source: Milk, Eggs, Meat, Fish, Soybean, Vegetables, Synthetic
  • Type: Amino Acids
  • Age Range: Adults, Seniors
  • Toxicity: May be toxic in high doses
  • Outcomes: Anxiety, Depression

What are SAMe benefits?

Adenosyl methionine is a chemical that can help improve sleep. It acts as a neurotransmitter in the brain, helping to regulate mood and alertness. Adenosyl methionine can also help to decrease fatigue, increase energy, and improve sleep quality.

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SAMe and Anxiety

Anxiety is the body's natural response to stress. It's a feeling of fear or apprehension about what's to come. It can be triggered by a specific situation and not last long - which is very common and ok - or it can be a generalized disorder (which is considered a illness) that can bring harm to everyday life and also cause other conditions like depression.

SAMe and Depression

Depression is a chronic and recurrent psychiatric condition that produces mood changes characterized by deep sadness, mood swings, loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.

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Cheese, Eggs, Meat, Milk, Yogurt

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S-Adenosyl methionine (SAMe) is a naturally occurring molecule that is involved in numerous biochemical reactions in the body. SAMe is derived from the amino acid methionine and plays a role in the production of neurotransmitters, hormones, and other important biomolecules in the body. In addition, it is also involved in DNA methylation and is thought to have important anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects. SAMe supplements are often taken for their antidepressant and anti-inflammatory effects. Because of its sleep neurotransmitter regulating performance, it can improve sleep quality, and there is research on its effect on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.