Category Archives: Serotonin

Abnormal Tryptophan Metabolism Associated With Mental Disorder

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that fulfils two main roles in human nutrition. Firstly, tryptophan can be converted to niacin, a member of the B vitamin family of vitamins and dietary tryptophan is therefore an important source of niacin … Continue reading

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Foods to Boost Serotonin?

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Eggs: Perfect For Breakfast

Eggs are considered detrimental to the health by many because of their high content of cholesterol and saturated fat. However, the role of the egg in human nutrition has been distorted considerably. This is particularly true when considering the types … Continue reading

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The Tryptophan Paradox

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Serotonin Deficiency?

Serotonin is an important neurotransmitter in the central nervous systems on mammals. In man, research has uncovered many functions for serotonin. Originally discovered in both Italy and American, the name serotonin derives from the word ‘sero’ for blood and ‘tonin’ … Continue reading

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L Tryptophan for Anxiety or Depression

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5-Hydroxytryptophan

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L-Tryptophan and 5-Hydroxytryptophan

L-tryptophan is an essential amino acid. That means without a dietary source, humans die. Amazing then that its sale as a supplement was banned in the United Kingdom and the United States. It is present in most foods in the … Continue reading

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Is Thiamine An Antidepressant?

Thiamine is an essential nutrient, a deficient intake of which causes the deficiency disease beriberi (here). Thiamine is absorbed and phosphorylated in the liver to produce the active coenzyme thiamine pyrophosphate (also called thiamine diphosphate). Thiamine pyrophosphate may play an … Continue reading

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Foods That Affect Mood

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