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The Tryptophan Puzzle: How One Amino Acid Shapes How You Age

Discover how tryptophan — the amino acid in your Thanksgiving turkey — gets converted into molecules that can either protect your health or accelerate aging, and what you can do about it.

Monday, August 3, 2026 7 views
Tutorial: The Tryptophan Puzzle: How One Amino Acid Shapes How You Age

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Discover how tryptophan — the amino acid in your Thanksgiving turkey — gets converted into molecules that can either protect your health or accelerate aging, and what you can do about it.

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