Pregnancy nutrition mystery solved: tryptophan needs measured
NCT ID NCT06519071
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study aimed to find out how much tryptophan (an amino acid found in food) healthy pregnant women need. Researchers used a safe, noninvasive technique that tracks a special tracer in breath and urine. 29 pregnant women participated to help improve dietary recommendations for pregnancy.
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BC Children's Hospital Research Institute, University of British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z4H4, Canada
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