N-Acetyl Tryptophan

An acetylated form of tryptophan with potentially enhanced bioavailability
Amino Acids Essential Amino Acids Research: Limited

Scientific Name

N-Acetyl-L-Tryptophan

Classifications

Absorption: enhanced
Source: synthetic
Type: acetylated_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

  • Modified form for potentially improved absorption
  • May have better stability than free-form tryptophan
  • Newer form with developing research
  • May have different tissue distribution than standard tryptophan

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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About Tryptophan

An essential amino acid that serves as a precursor to serotonin, melatonin, and niacin, playing important roles in mood regulation, sleep, and overall mental wellbeing

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Forms of N-Acetyl Tryptophan

N-Acetyl Tryptophan Supplement

Basic supplemental form of acetylated tryptophan

Amino acids Essential amino acids Research: Very Limited