Tryptophan is an amino acid that the body uses to produce serotonin and melatonin, neurotransmitters that can help sooth nerves, reduce carbohydrate cravings, relieve symptoms of PMS, promoted restful sleep, and relieve the symptoms of mild depression. Inside you'll learn how you can take advantage of the soothing, mood-lifting properties of tryptophan.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Barbara Wexler is a medical writer and epidemiologist of chronic diseases who has more than 25 years of experience as a clinical, researcher, educator and administrator of the texts she prepares for a professional and consumer audience. A graduate of Sarah Lawrence College of Medicine.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Paperback: 30 pages
Written By: Barbara Wexler
Publisher: Woodland Publishing; 1 edition (November 30, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1580541216
ISBN-13: 978-1580541213
Product Dimensions: 0.2 x 5.5 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pound