Tryptophan

Controlling Your Dopamine For Motivation, Focus & Satisfaction

Andrew Huberman

A precursor to serotonin discussed in the context of dopamine-related modulation; noted as a purchasable supplement.

Andrew Huberman: Sleep, Dreams, Creativity, Fasting, and Neuroplasticity | Lex Fridman Podcast #164

Lex Fridman

A precursor to serotonin, found in complex carbohydrates, which can induce sleepiness.

An Ethnopharmacologist on Hallucinogens, Sex-Crazed Cicadas, and More | Dennis McKenna

Tim Ferriss

An amino acid that is a precursor to DMT, found in many plants, animals, and fungi.

The Science of Gratitude & How to Build a Gratitude Practice

Andrew Huberman

An amino acid precursor to serotonin, mentioned as potentially enhancing gratitude and affecting sleep.

Optimize & Control Your Brain Chemistry to Improve Health & Performance | Huberman Lab Podcast #80

Andrew Huberman

An amino acid precursor to serotonin synthesis, found in foods like turkey, milk, and oats.

The Science & Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Andrew Huberman

A supplement in the serotonin pathway that has shown effects in improving or reducing OCD symptoms, similar to SSRIs.

How Foods and Nutrients Control Our Moods

Andrew Huberman

Foods rich in tryptophan, like white meat (e.g., turkey) and starchy carbohydrates, promote serotonin release and can be ingested for sleep support.

Using Science to Optimize Sleep, Learning & Metabolism

Andrew Huberman

The biochemical precursor to serotonin, found in foods like white meat and complex carbohydrates. Taking it as a supplement had negative effects on the speaker's sleep.

I Tested 100,000 People's DNA. This Diet Will Kill You - Gary Brecka

The Diary Of A CEO

Using Science to Optimize Sleep, Learning & Metabolism | Huberman Lab Essentials

Andrew Huberman

An amino acid that is a precursor to serotonin, obtained from diet.