Tryptophan helps maintain healthy nitrogen balance. It is also a precursor to serotonin, a neurotransmitter responsible for governing sleep, mood, and appetite. Sources include nuts, seeds, tofu, cheese, red meat, chicken, turkey, fish, oats, beans, lentils, and eggs.
Quick Facts
-Helps maintain healthy nitrogen balance
-Precursor to serotonin, a neurotransmitter responsible for governing sleep, mood, and appetite
RDI
4 mg / kg [105]
Sources
Nuts, seeds, tofu, cheese, red meat, chicken, turkey, fish, oats, beans, lentils, and eggs [137]
