Alkaloid Groups – A Brief Overview

Alkaloid Groups – A Brief Overview

by | Jan 17, 2011 | Research

Alkaloids are a group of chemical compounds which are characterized by carbon rings that usually contain nitrogen and by the fact that they are usually basic on the PH scale.  Alkaloids are produced by a large variety of organisms, including plants, animals, bacteria...

MAOI Dietary Restrictions

MAOI Dietary Restrictions

by | Dec 16, 2010 | Research

When consuming pharmaceutical Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors or plants which contain alkaloids that act as MAOIs, it is important to observe a strict diet in order to avoid health issues.  In particular, there is an amino acid known as tyramine which is found in various...