Lindsay is having trouble going to sleep.Which food would be recommended for her to eat or drink if she wanted to increase her intake of tryptophan?
A) a baked potato
B) a hamburger
C) orange juice
D) a glass of red wine

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A baked potato contains a high amount of tryptophan, which is an amino acid that helps our body produce the neurotransmitter serotonin, thereby promoting relaxation and better sleep. Hamburger, orange juice, and red wine do not contain high levels of tryptophan.

Lindsay Is Having Trouble Going to Sleep