what is the complete name of SAM-e?


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SAMe or S-Adenosylmethionine is an synthetic amino acid supplement of a chemical the body naturally produces in the brain from an amino acid calld methionine. It serves an important role in the body by transporting methyl groups, which are often used to activate or deactivate other compounds in the body. Because SAMe has been indicated to interact in a number of important biological pathways in the body, it is linked to diseases as widespread as depression, arthritis, and liver disease. There is growing concensus in the medical community that SAMe may provide important medical benefits in a number of diseases.

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Samantha

SAM-e stands for S-adenosylmethionine -- a synthetic form of a chemical produced naturally in the body.
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http://www.berkeleywellness.com/html/ds/dsSAMe.php

SAM-I-AM now go to H.E.L.L.
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Samuel
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