There is evidence that mitochondria need certain nutritional elements such as Niacin and some B vitamins for proper reproduction. With this in mind, can we look to see if these neurons need a different nutritional source (type) to keep them healthy and long-lasting? Ref: http://www.cell.com/trends/endocrinology-metabolism/pdf/S1043-2760(12)00106-3.pdf
https://hms.harvard.edu/news/genetics/new-reversible-cause-aging-12-19-13
Dear Robert,
The aromatic amino acid, L-tryptophan, precursor for serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine), crosses the blood- brain barrier, Increases brain tryptophan levels and mediates critical physiological changes in the serotonergic system. Experimental animals having low quantities of tryptophan in the brain exhibit an elevated sensitivity to pain stimuli. Ingestion of L-tryptophan markedly and rapidly increases stores of tryptophan in the brain, which can ameliorate such elevated sensitivity to pain stimuli. Therapeutic administration of L-tryptophan has been documented to be of advantage in patients undergoing depression, and also in individuals experiencing certain behavior associated syndromes. Vitamin-dependent pathways are linked to neurotransmitter biosynthesis. Deficiency of the B-vitamin, folate, can result in low brain serotonin content and lowered mood.
I've found this article and I want to be in the (proper know) in order to recommend dietary items/foods to (and when, they eat them) my future clients:
http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/the-truth-about-tryptophan?page=2
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