Barley Malt Extract is a nutritious dietary supplement ingredient derived from barley seed sprouts. Among the noteworthy components of Barley Malt Extract are the phenylethylamine and tyramine related alkaloids, Hordenine and N-methyltyramine.
Barley Malt Extract Benefits and Uses
Anecdotally, Barley Malt Extract may have similar benefits to other naturally-derived energizing compounds. The chemical formula of Hordenine (as the free alkaloid base) is C10H15NO and the compound has a molar mass of 165.236 g/mol.
Our Barley Malt Extract is standardized to contain a significant proportion of Hordenine, which is a moderately energizing phytochemical with a fairly short duration of invigorating effects (around 1-2 hours) when consumed as a supplement.
Hordenine, found commonly in beer and other barley-based foods, is a dopamine receptor agonist, trace amine receptor ligand, and a selective substrate and mild inhibitor of the MAO-B enzyme – through these combined mechanisms, Hordenine helps provide nutritional support for the brain. This allows for optimum release and retention of norepinephrine in healthy concentrations, allowing for a range of physically and mentally stimulating benefits and synergizing with the effects of other compounds with similar mechanisms.
Scientific Consensus
Barley Malt Extract is possibly unsafe when taken for long periods of time, or at large serving sizes. Theoretically, it may increase heart rate and blood pressure. There is currently limited scientific research regarding its benefits, and further research is required to confirm any anecdotal claims.
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED SERVING SIZE. Use with caution. Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. If you have any medical conditions, speak to your doctor before using Barley Malt Extract.
