Dimethyltryptamine [DMT] | Biosynthesis, Mechanism, & Metabolism

Dimethyltryptamine [DMT] | Biosynthesis, Mechanism, & Metabolism

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The video tutorial covers the biosynthesis, metabolism, effects, and excretion of Dimethyltryptamine (DMT). It explains how DMT is synthesized in plants, its metabolic pathways in the human body, and the biological effects it exerts by binding to serotonin receptors. The tutorial also discusses the excretion of DMT and its metabolites, highlighting the role of monoamine oxidase and gut bacteria in this process.

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What are the subjective effects experienced by individuals under the influence of DMT?

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Discuss the importance of the dosage and context in the effects of DMT.

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What is the role of gut bacteria in the metabolism of indole acetic acid?

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How does the conjugation of indole acetic acid increase its water solubility?

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