Amino Acids

The building components of protein are amino acids. They are necessary for the synthesis of neurotransmitters in your brain. They are a particular kind of chemical messenger that connects the nerve cells in your body. For instance, the neurotransmitter serotonin is in charge of happy emotions. Tryptophan, an amino acid, is used to make it. One neurotransmitter that promotes motivation is dopamine. It comes from phenylalanine, an amino acid. These amino acids are absorbed by your body through the meals you eat.