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From tryptophan, Serotonin (5-HT), melatonin, and NAD are formed. The availability of Tryptophan (TRP) is determined by dietary intake in relation to its use for protein synthesis and metabolic processes.
Liu et al. 2025 Trends in Cancer 11(7): 629-641

Tryptophan (Trp) is an essential amino acid that can only be obtained through diet
Mohseni et al. 2023 Cancer Res 83(7_Suppl): Abstract nr 644

Tryptophan (Trp) is an essential amino acid, which can be naturally provided by dietary proteins such as poultry, milk, tuna, fish, cheese, [br…