Supplements
Tryptophan is a precursor to serotonin produced in the brain (the body can’t make the neurotransmitter without it).
Another important compound, 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), also uses tryptophan.8 If the body is making too little, 5-HTP can also be taken as a nutritional supplement .
Research has shown that when paired with antidepressants, the supplement may be able to help ease symptoms of depression9 (however, additional research and clinical trials are needed to strengthen these claims10 ).
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