Acetylcholine information and role in the brain, how to raise levels naturally using dietary supplements that are available over the counter
Research and review regarding its role in Alzheimer's condition

Acetylcholine was the very first neurotransmitter to be identified back in the early 1900s. It is made simply from choline and a two-carbon molecule called acetyl. Dietary choline and phosphatidylcholine (also known as lecithin) serve as the sources of free choline for acetylcholine synthesis. This neurotransmitter is found in the brain and the peripheral nervous system. Acetylcholine plays numerous roles. In the brain, it is involved in learning and memory. It stimulates muscle tissue. It is possible to influence its levels through dietary supplementation. In order to increase levels, some people prefer taking choline, others prefer using CDP-choline. The latter is an expensive nutrient since it is difficult to produce. They are both available without a prescription.

Metabolism and chemistry
Once produced, acetylcholine is stored in brain cells and released into the synaptic cleft upon stimulation. When released into the synaptic cleft, the enzyme acetylcholinesterase breaks acetylcholine back down into choline and acetyl molecules.

Alzheimer's disease, use of nutritional supplement remedy
In Alzheimer’s disease there is a shortage of acetylcholine and one of the ways doctors have tried to increase the levels of this neurotransmitter is by prescribing drugs, such as tacrine and galantamine, that inhibit the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. An alternative to these drugs, a Chinese herbal extract called huperzine A, can also inhibit this enzyme. Galantamine is now available without a prescription.

Depression and mood
I understand acetylcholine is essential for healthy mood levels. Is this true?
   Mood is influence by a number of neurotransmitters including dopamine, serotonin, and others. Having the right balance of neurotransmitters is crucial for mood balance.

Role in erectile function
Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that helps facilitate erections. Another option for better erectile function is to use herbal sex stimulants such as tongkat ali herb which is available over the counter.

I read where you said that in the genital region, acetylcholine is released in the parasympathetic nerves. How would I increase the production?
   The supplements choline and cdp-choline may help increase acetylcholine levels.