L-Tryptophan
Limited data
Limited data
Sparse data. Doses and effects may be unreliable or untested.
- 2 corroborating sources
- no dose data
- PubChem toxicity data
Limited data
Sparse data. Doses and effects may be unreliable or untested.
- 2 corroborating sources
- no dose data
- PubChem toxicity data
Aliases: tryptophan
Summary
L-Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, meaning the human body does not produce it naturally, but is required for the body's healthy functioning. L-Tryptophan is present in a wide range of foods including beans, nuts, milk, and poultry. L-Tryptophan is a precursor to 5-HTP (which is a precursor to serotonin) and is sold as a sleep aid and mood enhancer.
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