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Tryptophan and Serotonin

The conversion of tryptophan to serotonin and its influence on satiety and feeding circuits.

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Jan 25, 2026
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How do specific amino acids (glycine, tryptophan, BCAAs) influence gut‑hormone responses and appetite in humans?

Specific —, and the branched‑chain amino acids (BCAAs)—interact with gut hormones and neural circuits but do not have a single, predictable effect on human appetite; evidence shows plausible mechanism...

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