What's another name for tryptophan? Decoding the essential amino acid
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Over 95% of the body's tryptophan is metabolized through the kynurenine pathway, rather than the more popularly known serotonin pathway. While most people recognize it as a precursor to serotonin, few know its chemical identity or other aliases. So, what's another name for tryptophan and why does this essential amino acid have so many different designations?
