5-HTP (5-Hydroxtryptophan)

Promotes brain serotonin* 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is an intermediate in the natural synthesis of the essential amino acid, tryptophan, to serotonin. Clinical studies suggest that 5-HTP supports healthy serotonin levels. In the body, 5-HTP converts to serotonin with the enzymatic removal of a carboxyl group (COOH). Serotonin is an important neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of endocrine and brain activity responsible for emotion, appetite and sleep/wake cycles.*
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  • Promotes enhanced serotonin levels*
  • May improve emotional well-being, appetite control and sleep/wake cycles*
  • Made with hypoallergenic, vegan ingredients

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) encourages increased serotonin levels in the brain to promote a heightened state of emotional well-being, support appetite control and sleep/wake cycles.*

Promotes brain serotonin*
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is an intermediate in the natural synthesis of the essential amino acid, tryptophan, to serotonin. The enzyme tryptophan hydroxylase adds a hydroxyl group (OH) to tryptophan, forming the 5-HTP intermediate. In the body, it converts to serotonin with the removal of a carboxyl group (COOH) by a second enzyme.
Serotonin is an important neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of endocrine and brain activity responsible for emotion, appetite and sleep/wake cycles. In clinical studies, administration of 5-HTP supported serotonin production. The 5-HTP supplied in this supplement is derived from the Griffonia simplicifolia plant.*
Supplementation with 5-HTP encourages brain serotonin levels that can lead to positive effects on emotional well-being, appetite control, and wake/sleep cycles.*
Uses For 5-HTP
  1. Emotional Well-Being: Two open trials and a double blind comparative investigation indicate that 5-HTP provides promising support for emotional well-being. Additional studies indicate similar potential for support.
  2. Appetite And Weight Management Support: 5-HTP has been shown to help moderate appetite and food cravings in study participants.
  3. Cranial Vessel Comfort: In several trials, including one that involved over 100 subjects, 5-HTP has demonstrated the ability to promote healthy cranial vessel comfort and function.*

What Is The Source?
5-HTP is derived from the Griffonia simplicifolia plant. Hypo-allergenic plant fiber is derived from pine cellulose.

Recommendations

Pure Encapsulations recommends 50-300 mg per day, in divided doses, before meals.

Are There Any Potential Side Effects Or Precautions?
Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. 5-HTP may cause gastrointestinal upset in sensitive individuals.

Are There Any Potential Drug Interactions?
Do not use concurrently with SSRI medications or MAO inhibitors.

Ingredients

5-HTP 100 mg. Supplemental Facts Amount Per Serving each vegetarian capsule contains: 5-hydroxytryptophan100 mg. (Griffonia simplicifolia) other ingredients: hypoallergenic plant fiber (cellulose), vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water) Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. Do not use concurrently with SSRI medications or MAO inhibitors. 1–3 capsules per day, in divided doses, before meals.