Definition

A natural compound found in certain foods like cheese and red wine, which can affect blood pressure and is used in medicine.

Example

People who take certain medications should be careful about consuming foods high in tyramine.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of tyramine?

Yeah, I think it's something found in certain cheeses, right?

Exactly! It can really mess with people who take certain medications.

That's good to know, I should be careful with my cheese choices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tyramine is derived from 'tyros' (from Greek 'τυρός', meaning cheese) and the suffix '-amine' (indicating an amine compound). The word refers to a compound that is derived from the breakdown of tyrosine, which is found in cheese and other protein-rich foods.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tyros' meaning cheese, and remember that tyramine is a compound related to the breakdown of proteins found in cheese.

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