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tryptophan

/ˈtɹɪptə(ʊ)fan/

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noun

Triptófano

An essential amino acid having an indole side chain; it is present in many foods, especially chocolate, oats, bananas and milk; it is essential for normal growth and development and is the precursor of serotonin and niacin; any specific form of this compound, or any derivative of it.

Examples :

"Eating a banana before bed can help you relax because bananas contain tryptophan, which the body uses to produce calming hormones. "

Comer un plátano antes de acostarse puede ayudarte a relajarte porque los plátanos contienen triptófano, que el cuerpo utiliza para producir hormonas calmantes.

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