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    Describe the Synthesis of Serotonin and Explain Why Serotonin Levels
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Describe the Synthesis of Serotonin and Explain Why Serotonin Levels

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Describe the synthesis of serotonin and explain why serotonin levels in the brain can be increased by consumption of a high-carbohydrate, low-protein meal.

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Serotonin is synthesized from tryptophan...

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