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If i have depression and i have no thyroid problems, i can take the amino acid l-tyrosine to burn fat and have a better mood?
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Its in your food : L-tyrosine is already in much of the food you eat. Watch out for sensational promises by charming supplement salespeople and companies.
Answered 4/3/2016
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