{"product_id":"pter","title":"Pteridin-4 (BH4), 60 caps","description":"\u003cp\u003ePteridin-4 by Ecological Formulas provides tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4), a critical enzymatic cofactor required for the healthy synthesis of neurotransmitters and nitric oxide. BH4 acts as a rate-limiting cofactor for the aromatic amino acid hydroxylase enzymes involved in neurotransmitter production pathways. Individuals with genetic variants affecting BH4 metabolism may have reduced cofactor availability, which may not be fully addressed by standard B-vitamin protocols alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeurotransmitter Cofactor Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e – BH4 is a required cofactor for enzymes involved in the synthesis of dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine, contributing to healthy neurochemical balance as part of normal metabolic function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitric Oxide Pathway Cofactor\u003c\/strong\u003e – BH4 is a required cofactor for nitric oxide synthase (NOS), promoting healthy vascular tone, circulation, and normal endothelial function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBH4 Cofactor Replenishment\u003c\/strong\u003e – Certain genetic variants affecting BH4 recycling pathways may reduce endogenous BH4 levels; supplementation may help maintain normal cofactor availability for healthy enzymatic function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad Neurological \u0026amp; Metabolic Wellness\u003c\/strong\u003e – By contributing to healthy neurotransmitter and nitric oxide synthesis pathways, BH4 plays a broad supporting role in neurological and metabolic wellness as part of a practitioner-guided nutritional protocol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e*See disclaimer below.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Beginnings Nutritionals ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45014414819467,"sku":"PTER","price":117.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/3357\/9915\/files\/PTER_web.jpg?v=1773953008","url":"https:\/\/www.nbnus.net\/products\/pter","provider":"New Beginnings Nutritionals ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}