Research shows that young adults and women are particularly susceptible to seasonal affective disorder.
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Artículos sobre Tryptophan
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Tryptophan, found in food, is an important ingredient in the neurotransmitter serotonin. But is that enough to support it as a possible mood booster? The research is decidedly mixed.
A dietician recommends her top foods for a peaceful sleep.
Remember that story about the molecule found in turkey that makes you drowsy? Research shows it’s a myth – tryptophan doesn’t cause you to nod off, but it may be connected to cooperation.
We’ve all done it: enjoyed a delicious meal only to nod-off in a comfy chair for a while. A habit for some but unavoidable for others, what is it about food that can make us so sleepy?
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Senior Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics, Edith Cowan University
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Associate Professor of Health and Wellness Studies, Binghamton University, State University of New York
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Former Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics, King's College London
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Full Teaching Professor of Psychology, Penn State
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Adjunct Faculty in Psychology, Rochester University
