
Gut Health, Tryptophan, and Serotonin
Tryptophan is the sole precursor of the key neuroendocrine transmitter serotonin
- which is involved in modulating the process of central neurotransmission and
enteric physiological function. Due to its role in the biosynthesis of
serotonin, it also directly participates in the synthesis of the pineal hormone
- melatonin.
Melatonin does