What Helps Break Down Tyrosine? A Guide to Metabolism and Enzymes
                                
                                
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                                Over 40 million individuals worldwide are estimated to have a type of inborn error of metabolism, which can include disorders related to amino acid breakdown. When it comes to the amino acid tyrosine, a complex series of enzymes, cofactors, and nutrients are required to help break down tyrosine effectively.