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5-HTP

5-HTP

  • Boost mood, decrease anxiety
  • Sharpen focus, brain power
  • Improve energy levels
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Description

5-HTP occurs naturally in the body. Typically, people produce enough for regular functioning, but some require supplementation. 5-HTP dietary supplements aid in increasing serotonin levels in the brain, significantly affecting mood and behavior. 

Because serotonin regulates mood and behavior, 5-HTP may improve: 

- Sleep

- Mood

- Anxiety

- Hunger

- Pain sensitivity

Since 5-HTP is naturally present in the body, supplementing with it is a clean, holistic way to increase serotonin levels.

 

Some of the benefits:

Aids in weight loss: Higher levels of serotonin counteract hunger-inducing hormones.

Helps with depression: Serotonin is known to increase mood and decrease anxiety.

Improves sleep: Serotonin increases melatonin production which is essential in the regulation of sleep.

Decreases fibromyalgia: Increased levels of serotonin are shown to relieve pain and weakness in muscles.

 

Suggested Use

Take two (2) capsules once a day as a dietary supplement. For best results, take 20-30 min before a meal with an 8oz glass of water or as directed by your healthcare professional.


This product is...

Gluten-free Lactose-free Allergen-free Hormone-free All natural Antibiotic-free Corn-free Sugar-free

Ingredients & details

Details

Ingredients: Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate), 5-Hydroxytryptophan (from Griffo via simplicifolia seed extract), Gelatin (capsule), Magnesium Stearate. 

Manufacturer Country: USA

Product Amount: 60 caps

Gross Weight: 0.25lb (113g)

Quality guarantee

We take pride in providing you with only the highest quality products. This means using only FDA compliant and GMP certified facilities and detailed 3rd party testing for all of our products.

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Food warnings

Caution: Do not exceed recommended dose. Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, and individuals with a known medical condition should consult a physician before using this or any dietary supplement.

Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the safety seal is damaged or missing. Store in a cool, dry place.

The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated these statements. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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  • Weight control

  • Improve sleep

  • Serotonin control

  • Men's health

  • Women's health

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  • "Supplementing with it (5-HTP) may help boost your serotonin levels. Higher serotonin levels may provide many benefits, such as promoting weight loss, improving the symptoms of depression and fibromyalgia, decreasing the frequency of migraine attacks, and helping you sleep better."

  • "(5-HTP) is produced commercially from the seeds of an African plant known as Griffonia simplicifolia. 5-HTP works in the brain and central nervous system by increasing the production of the chemical serotonin. Serotonin can affect sleep, appetite, temperature, sexual behavior, and pain sensation."

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Frequently asked questions

How does 5-htp work?

5-HTP is a natural compound your body produces from tryptophan, an amino acid found in food. You can help your body out by taking a 5-HTP supplement to increase the positive effects from serotonin.

Here's a simple breakdown:

1. Your body turns tryptophan from food into 5-HTP.

2. 5-HTP can cross the blood-brain barrier, entering the brain.

3. In the brain, 5-HTP is converted into serotonin, a neurotransmitter regulating mood, appetite, and sleep.

5. Mood Impact: Adequate serotonin levels are linked to positive mood, learning capabilities, sleep, and other functions of the body, such as sexual desire and hunger.

What is 5-htp used for?

5-HTP is used for various purposes related to mood and well-being.

Here are some common uses:

Mood Support: 5-HTP is often used to support a positive mood and emotional well-being by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.

Depression and Anxiety: Some people use 5-HTP as a natural supplement to help manage symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Appetite Control: Due to its role in serotonin production, 5-HTP is also used to support appetite control and weight management.

Sleep Improvement: As serotonin is involved in regulating sleep, 5-HTP is sometimes used to promote better sleep quality.

How long does 5-htp stay in your system?

The duration 5-HTP stays in your system can vary.

Here are some general guidelines:

1. Absorption and Elimination: After ingestion, 5-HTP is absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract and then metabolized in the liver. The byproducts are eventually eliminated from the body through urine.

2. Half-Life: The half-life of 5-HTP is around 2 to 7 hours. This means that it takes this amount of time for the body to eliminate half of the ingested 5-HTP.

3. Complete Elimination: It typically takes about five half-lives for a substance to be mostly eliminated from the body. Therefore, 5-HTP is generally cleared from the system within a day.

How long does 5-htp take to work?

It can take a different length of time for effects of 5-HTP to occur for each individual and several factors influence its timeline:

1. Absorption Time: After ingestion, 5-HTP is absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. This process can take approximately 30 minutes to a few hours.

2. Conversion to Serotonin: Once absorbed, 5-HTP is converted into serotonin in the brain. The time it takes for this conversion to result in noticeable effects on mood or other targeted areas can vary.

3. Individual Response: People may experience the effects of 5-HTP differently. Some may notice improvements in mood relatively quickly, while others may require a few weeks.

4. Consistency: Regular and consistent use may enhance the effectiveness of 5-HTP over time.

  • 5-HTP for Serotonin

    Therapeutic administration of 5-HTP has been shown to be effective in treating a wide variety of conditions, including depression, fibromyalgia, binge eating associated with obesity, chronic headaches, and insomnia.

  • 5-HTP and Depression

    Repeated-measures analysis revealed a significant improvement of depressive symptoms during the 50-mg 5-HTP treatment compared with placebo as assessed by the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale.

  • 5-HTP for Sleep

    Treatment with L -5-hydroxytryptophan can modulate children's arousal level and induce a long-term improvement of sleep terrors.

  • 5-HTP and Anxiety

    A significant anxiety reduction was observed on three different anxiety scales. It is suggested that 5-HT systems may be involved in anxiety mediation.

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