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I have been taking Manganese asporotate for a sleep disorder. I found out today that a major ingredient in the dietary supplement is aspartic acid.

According to Janet Starr Hull (2002): "Aspartic acid makes up forty percent of the structure of aspartame. Under excess conditions, the structure of aspartic acid can cause endocrine (hormone) disorders and vision problems. Aspartic acid is a neuroexicter, which means its structure affects the central nervous system. Hyperactivity is stimulated by aspartic acid, so this structure is not good for ADD/ADHD conditions and should be avoided during pregnancy. Adverse reactions to aspartic acid are: headaches/migraines, nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue, sleep disorders, vision problems, anxiety attacks, depression, and asthma/chest tightness."

Janet Starr Hull. (2002). Dangers of Aspartame poisoning. Retrieved April 3, 2006, from http://www.sweetpoison.com/aspartame-information.html

Magnesium asporotate. (n.d.). Retrieved April 3, 2006, from Life Extension Web site: http://www.lef.org/newshop/items/item16398.html