Phenylethylamine

Observational

Mechanism of Action

Stimulates release of dopamine and norepinephrine from presynaptic vesicles; acts as a substrate for monoamine oxidase B (MAO-B); rapid metabolism limits systemic effects from oral ingestion

Research Notes

CacaoSouth American

Phenylethylamine (PEA) is an endogenous trace amine associated with mood elevation and focused attention. While oral bioavailability is limited due to rapid MAO-B metabolism, cacao contains MAO inhibitors that may partially protect PEA from degradation. Clinical evidence for mood effects is primarily observational.

Found In 1 Herb

Cacao

South American

3D Molecular Structure

Trace amine / Neuromodulator

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Phenylethylamine

Trace amine / NeuromodulatorBioactive phytochemical with therapeutic properties

Representative pattern: C₄H₂NO

Atoms

Carbon

Oxygen

Nitrogen

Hydrogen

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