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Announcement: How amino acids shape brain function: from neurotransmitters to cognitive endurance

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Infographic showing amino acid pathways to neurotransmitters and brain functions: tryptophan to serotonin, tyrosine to dopamine, glutamine to GABA
Amino acids are the biochemical foundation of neurotransmitter synthesis, energy metabolism, and synaptic communication. Nine essential amino acids obtained through dietary protein directly influence mood, cognition, motivation, and cognitive resilience through distinct neurobiological pathways. — Photo by Robina Weermeijer on Unsplash (Unsplash License)
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Amino acids aren't just for muscle—they're the raw materials for serotonin, dopamine, and every neurotransmitter your brain uses. Tryptophan, tyrosine, and glutamine regulate mood, focus, and cognitive resilience. Learn how dietary protein shapes brain chemistry.

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Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze, MD, MPH, PhD, is Editor-in-Chief of the Georgian Medical Journal and Chair of the Public Health Institute of Georgia (PHIG). He is Professor and Head of the Department of Social and Behavioural Sciences at David Tvildiani Medical University, and Secretary/Treasurer of the UEMS Section of Public Health. ORCID: 0000-0001-7609-4515.

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