Tryptophan is most often used for Sleep.

Tryptophan

Researchedby:

•Last Updated: October 13, 2024

Tryptophan is an amino acid that is needed in the body to build proteins and neurotransmitters. It is an essential amino acid, meaning that it cannot be synthesized by the body and therefore must be obtained from dietary sources.

Tryptophan is most often used for Sleep.

Last Updated:October 13, 2024

Research FeedRead all studies

Does skim milk enriched with ashwagandha improve sleep quality?

In this randomized controlled trial in participants with poor sleep quality, daily consumption of skim milk enriched with ashwagandha and other ingredients (such as lemon balm extract) improved measures of sleep quality, compared to drinking regular skim milk.

L-tryptophan supplementation for constipation in older adults

No effect of tryptophan supplementation on attention or impulsivity in adults

A limited-tryptophan/low-FODMAP diet for diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome

The effects of diet on sleep quality in trained athletes