L-Tryptophan 500 mg®

Amino Acids & Protein

Brand: Doctor's Best

CapsuleAmino acid/ProteinOn Market
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Net Contents

90 Veggie Cap(s)

Serving Size

1 Veggie Capsule(s)

Servings Per Container

90

Supplement Form

Capsule

Bar Code (UPC/SKU)

7 53950 00126 8

Product Version

YDRB126-4

Label Analysis

Objective insights generated automatically from the official DSLD label — a quick, factual read of how this product is formulated and disclosed.

1Active Ingredients

Single-ingredient formula listed in Supplement Facts.

100%Amount Transparency

Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.

4Dietary Attributes

Label states: Vegan, Vegetarian, Non-GMO, Gluten-Free.

This analysis is generated algorithmically from label data for educational reference only. It is not a product endorsement, ranking, or medical advice.

Allergen Guide

Free From

  • Soy
  • Gluten

Allergen flags are parsed automatically from the official label's claims and statements. Always verify against the physical product label before use, especially if you have a severe allergy.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Veggie Capsule(s) · 1 per day

IngredientAmount Per Serving
L-Tryptophan500 mg

Not Present

Other Ingredients

HypromelloseMicrocrystalline CelluloseCalcium Laurate

Target Groups

VeganVegetarianAdult (18 - 50 Years)Gluten FreeDairy Free

Label Claims

NutrientAll OtherStructure/Function

Directions & Suggested Use

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested adult use: Take 1 capsule daily, or as recommended by a nutritionally informed physician. For optimum absorption, take separately from protein-containing foods and dietary supplements containing protein or amino acids.

Warnings & Precautions

Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications

Warning: Consult a physician before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition.

Precautions re: All Other

May cause drowsiness.

Storage

Storage

Store in a cool dry place.

Formulation

Formula re: Contains

L-Tryptophan provides this essential amino acid (protein building block) that is not synthesized by the body and must be obtained in the diet or supplementation.

Formulation re: Other

It is also essential in the production of niacin, which is then metabolized into serotonin and melatonin in the brain. These neurotransmitters exert a calming effect and encourage better cognitive focus, a positive mood, and restful sleep. Helps exert a calming effect Helps encourage better cognitive focus, a positive mood, and restful sleep

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

Non-GMO/Gluten free/Soy free/Vegan

Formulation re: Vegetarian/Vegan

Non-GMO/Gluten free/Soy free/Vegan

Formulation re: Other

Helps promote normal restful sleep, healthy mood and behavior

FDA Statements

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Other Label Statements

Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM)

Doctor's Best Science-Based Nutrition

Seals/Symbols

Vegan

Manufacturer & Distributor

Distributor

Doctor's Best, Inc.

Tustin, California, 92780, USA

(800) 777-2474

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Research & Studies

  • l-Tryptophan

    BMD Knapp, MJ Cupp, TS Tracy - … Supplements: Toxicology and Clinical …, 2003 - Springer

    … ill patients who might be of generally worse health than controls and therefore more likely to use a dietary supplement such as L-tryptophan. Of the patients identified with eosinophil …

    20035 citations
  • A systematic review of the effect of L-tryptophan supplementation on mood and emotional functioning

    AM Kikuchi, A Tanabe, Y Iwahori - Journal of dietary supplements, 2021 - Taylor & Francis

    … This systematic review includes 11 RCTs that examined the effects of TRP intake on positive and negative mood in healthy adult populations. We have targeted healthy adult men and …

    2021109 citations
  • Analysis, nutrition, and health benefits of tryptophan

    M Friedman - International Journal of Tryptophan Research, 2018 - journals.sagepub.com

    … of some of the reported health-promoting aspects of … Here, tryptophan refers to l-tryptophan and the isomeric form … the dietary supplementation of tryptophan to healthy adults (n …

    2018402 citations
  • Serotonin, Kynurenine, and Indole Pathways of Tryptophan Metabolism in Humans in Health and Disease

    M Holeček - Nutrients, 2026 - mdpi.com

    … healthy individuals and various physiological and pathological conditions, as well as the use of TRP as a dietary supplement… TRP by tryptophanase (L-tryptophan indole-lyase) to indole, …

    202613 citations
  • Tryptophan: biochemical and health implications

    H Sidransky - 2001 - api.taylorfrancis.com

    … Overall, it becomes apparent that L-tryptophan and its … The role of L-tryptophan in health and disease has become … Dr. Sidransky has served on the editorial boards of several …

    200146 citations
  • L-Tryptophan: Basic Metabolic Functions, Behavioral Research and Therapeutic Indications

    DM Richard, MA Dawes, CW Mathias… - International …, 2009 - journals.sagepub.com

    … uses of L-tryptophan, particularly L-tryptophan depletion, and on clinical trials that have been conducted using L-tryptophan supplementation… are necessary for general healthy nutrition. …

    2009981 citations

Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2024-01-24. DSLD Label ID: 302685. This information is provided for educational reference only and is not medical advice. Always follow the product label and consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.