I am often asked what products we use to help restore proper neurotransmitter function. The honest answer is that every single person requires a different blend of amino acids and cofactors to optimize their neurotransmitter levels, so identifying just one or two formulas is not feasible. However, there are several formulas made by CHK Nutrition that are used quite often (to learn more, see What products do you use to rebalance neurotransmitter levels?). These two products are called NeuroReplete and CysReplete.
NeuroReplete and CysReplete often form the basis for amino acid therapy, as together they provide a balanced foundation on which we can build up a person’s neurotransmitter stores in order to restore proper neurotransmitter function. NeuroReplete provides L-tyrosine and 5-HTP in a 10:1 ratio along with other vitamins and minerals necessary to convert those amino acids into the catecholamines (dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine) and serotonin, respectively. CysReplete provides L-cysteine and selenium to help restore proper glutathione products, aid in proper neurotransmitter function and prevent the possible buildup of methyl-mercury in the brain.
We receive inquiries every week as to why a person can’t find these products at their local health food or supplement store. The reason is that all CHK Nutrition products, including NeuroReplete and CysReplete are only available through licensed health care providers. One of the reasons for this is that although amino acid therapy is fairly simple in theory, it is quite complex in action (to learn more, see Neurotransmitter Imbalances – A simple overview (3-part series)). Extensive training and clinical experience is necessary to use these formulas properly. Failure to do so often results in further neurotransmitter imbalance and an exacerbation of symptoms. As such, CHK Nutrition has made the commitment to only offer their patented products through licensed health care providers, which means that you can’t find them at your local health food store.
To find a health care provider in your area, visit http://www.neurosciencemyths.com/Find_a_caregiver.htm.
Hi I would be very grateful if you could possibly advise me how I might be able to obtain neuroreplete in the UK? Many thanks. Regards John.
Hi John,
To my knowledge, there isn’t yet a provider in the UK that is practicing amino acid therapy. However, I would suggest you contact NeuroSupport to see if one has started recently: http://www.neurosupport.com; if not, please contact us and we’d be happy to help.
Sincerely,
Dr. Chad
Hi.
I am located in Toronto, ON, CANADA and am wondering you have a list of practitioners trained in the proper use of NeuroReplete (if any) in my area.
Priscilla
Hi Priscilla,
I would suggest contacting NeuroSupport to find if there are any providers near you: http://www.neurosupport.com.
Good luck!
Dr. Chad
Hello,
I have Parkinson’s and have recently discovered the work of Dr. Marty Hinz re: amino acid therapy. I don’t know if your practice is in any way related to Dr. Hinz and his work, nevertheless, I am very interested in pursuing this therapy (and CHK-NeuroReplete), but I live in Gardiner, Montana and, as far as I know, there are no practitioners anywhere near me.
When I attempted to use the link you provided (http://www.neurosciencemyths.com/Find_a_caregiver.htm.) I received an error message.
Can you please help me by forwarding a current and workable link (if you have it)…or even better by sending a list of practitioners near me (Montana, Wyoming, Idaho).
Thanks VERY MUCH for any help you can provide. I have (cautiously) high hopes for this amino acid treatment.
Onward and upward!
Thomas Schumacher
Hi Thomas,
Thanks for contacting us; please contact NeuroSupport to see if there is a provider near you: http://www.neurosupport.com; if not, please contact us and we’ll be happy to work with you!
Sincerely,
Dr. Chad
I’m paying $86 for 240 capsules every 20 days for my wife’s Parkinsons therapy. I need a source with the best pricing. Can you help. I can hardly afford this along with all the other doctors and supplements and tests. Please respond. Are there any providerst in Alaska or new Mexico.
Hi Ronnie – To find another provider, I would suggest you first contact NeuroSupport to see if there is a provider in your area: http://www.neurosupport.com; if not, please contact us and set up an initial phone/skype consultation and we’ll be happy to work with you.
Sincerely,
Dr. Chad
Do you have a recommendation for a practitioner who is familiar with these products in Northern California, two hours north of San Francisco.
I have seen Neil Nathan, M.D. but his practice doubles the price of the amino acids and makes them unaffordable.
I forgot to mention I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and mold toxicity
Hi Lydia – thanks for contacting us.
To find another provider, I would suggest you first contact NeuroSupport to see if there is a provider in your area: http://www.neurosupport.com; if not, please contact us and set up an initial phone/skype consultation and we’ll be happy to work with you.
Sincerely,
Dr. Chad