Tryptophan is a component of turkey and is a precursor for serotonin which calms people down and makes you sleepy.
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As with turkey, other amino acids are present in these foods besides tryptophan, so they don't make you sleepy. L-Tryptophan and Carbohydrates L-tryptophan may be found in turkey and other dietary proteins, but it's actually a carbohydrate-...
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Find out why everyone wants to take a nap after Thanksgiving Day dinner. Let's talk turkey and learn about L-tryptophan and carbohydrate metabolism. Thanksgiving Chemistry|Chemistry for Holidays
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Is there something in turkey that makes you sleepy? Learn why sleepiness is common after Thanksgiving dinner and how the amino acid tryptophan works. ... Turkey does have the makings of a natural sedative in it, an amino acid called tryptophan. Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, ... How do they make marshmallows?
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But scientists now know that L-tryptophan can really only make a person tired right away if it is eaten or taken by itself without any amino acids. And the protein in turkey contains plenty of other amino acids! ... So just how do you avoid that sleepy feeling on Turkey Day?
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Will Eating Turkey Make You Sleepy? The Facts About The L-Tryptophan Effect ... How cook a turkey - easy, illustrated, step-by-step directions! ... Now, back to our original question. Does the tryptophan in turkey make you sleepy after eating a big Thanksgiving turkey dinner?
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Thanksgiving feasters take heart. Contrary to popular belief, turkey's tryptophan dose doesn't cause drowsiness. In fact, the substance could possibly aid in the treatment of depression and multiple sclerosis. Purified tryptophan is a mild ...
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We were surprised when we found a page of turkey tidbits at the University of Illinois Extension site that asserted, "Eating turkey does not cause you to feel sleepy after your Thanksgiving dinner. Carbohydrates in your Thanksgiving dinner are the likely cause of your sleepiness."
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; Does turkey make you sleepy; By John Yoder; Nov 1, 2004, 14:27; ... QUESTION: Does eating turkey really make you sleepy? ANSWER: If this isn't true, there's going to be a lot of people trying to explain the 'after feast' nap! A few years back the media released information concerning a compound in turkey breast that...
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