Posted by Optimist on August 28, 2007, at 23:35:42
In reply to dopamine-norepinephrine conversion defect?, posted by karenblum on July 21, 2007, at 12:44:09
> Hi - A recent test showed my dopamine levels to be within normal range; however, norepinephrine and epinephrine were LOW (as well as low serotonin). Does anyone know what can help convert the dopamine to NE? Or how to boost NE levels directly? THANKS>
> KarenCopper is the primary enzyme for the conversion of dopamine to norepinephrine. Vitamin C plays a much more minor role.
I would very much suggest you get your estrogen levels checked. Estrogen will very much help with this conversion. It also increases copper uptake from your diet.
If your serotonin is low you may also be deficient in progesterone. Ask your doctor to test these hormones. Hopefully your test results will be able to point you in the right direction.
Brian
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