Pure L-Tryptophan
Pharmaceutical-grade L-Tryptophan in its free-form state
Amino acids
Essential amino acids
Research: Extensive
Scientific Name
L-Tryptophan
Classifications
Absorption:
high
Source:
fermentation
Type:
free_form_amino_acid
Benefits
- Supports healthy mood and emotional wellbeing
- Promotes healthy sleep patterns
- Serves as a precursor to serotonin and melatonin
- May help manage occasional stress
- Supports cognitive function
Specific Properties
- Highly bioavailable form
- Rapidly absorbed on empty stomach
- Often taken before bedtime for sleep support
- Best absorbed with carbohydrates and without protein
Safety Notes
Generally recognized as safe when used as directed. Should not be combined with certain antidepressants, particularly SSRIs or MAOIs, due to risk of serotonin syndrome. The FDA temporarily banned tryptophan supplements in 1989 due to a contamination issue with one manufacturer, but properly manufactured tryptophan supplements are now considered safe.
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Preparation Form
Pure L-Tryptophan
A preparation of L-Tryptophan