Full Description
Brain Vitamin
Serotonin Vitamin
5-HTP (5-Hydroxtryptophan) encourages increased serotonin levels in the brain to promote a heightened state of emotional well-being, support appetite control and sleep/wake cycles.‡
- Promotes enhanced serotonin levels‡
- May improve emotional well-being, appetite control and sleep/wake cycles‡
- Made with hypoallergenic, vegan ingredients
What is it?
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.‡
‡These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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Usage Directions
- 1 capsule, 1-4 times daily, before meals, or as directed by a health professional.
- Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. Do not use concurrently with antidepressants.