Truths and myths about tryptophan — and why it's so healthy for you

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that helps your body produce melatonin and serotonin. However, it's not why you feel tired after a large meal.
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Health Benefits of Tryptophan

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid—meaning it must be obtained from diet—that is found in many proteins. Tryptophan is necessary to help build many peptides and proteins in the body, supporting ...