Organic compounds containing an amino group (−NH2); of special importance in neurochemistry because of their role as neurotransmitters. Dopamine, epinephrine, norepinephrine, and serotonin are amines.
Formed by the decarboxylation of amino acids. Three are potentially important in foods: phenylethylamine (formed from phenylalanine), tyramine (from tyrosine), and tryptamine (from tryptophan) because they stimulate the sympathetic nervous system and can cause increased blood pressure. In sensitive people they are one of the possible dietary causes of migraine.
Organic compounds containing the amino group (-NH2); of special importance in biochemistry and neurochemistry.
A substance that has an NH2 group in its chemical structure.
Decarboxylated amino acids.
Organic compound that contains nitrogen.
Substances derived from ammonia or amino acids which play an important part in the working of the body, including the brain and the circulatory system. They include adrenaline, noradrenaline and histamine.