One of the Most Overlooked Nutrients for Better Sleep
Daily Value - A podcast by Dr. William Wallace
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Unlocking Better Sleep: The Tryptophan Amino Acid ConnectionTryptophan, an essential amino acid, is necessary in the synthesis of serotonin and melatonin, key regulators of sleep and circadian rhythms. A recent study published in Nutrients looked at the impact of dietary tryptophan intake on sleep quality among over 11,000 university students, a group notorious for erratic sleep patterns.The study revealed that students consuming the highest amounts of tryptophan (over 800 mgs/day) expe...