108: “The Thanksgiving Myth of Tryptophan”
Interesting Things with JC #108: “The Thanksgiving Myth of Tryptophan”
It's commonly believed that tryptophan in turkey is the culprit behind your post-Thanksgiving dinner drowsiness. However, experts clarify that while tryptophan is indeed an essential amino acid, it's unlikely to induce sleep immediately after your meal.
You might be surprised to learn about other foods that actually contain higher levels of tryptophan than turkey!
Tune in to explore the facts and debunk common myths about this Thanksgiving staple."
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