Description
5HTP (L-5-hydroxytryptophan) derived from the Griffonia simplicifolia
Helps to promote healthy mood balance
5-HTP is a precursor to serotonin, an important neurotransmitter in the brain. Serotonin is normally synthesized from tryptophan via the intermediate metabolite 5-HTP. Extracted from the seeds of the Griffonia simplicifolia, supplemented 5-HTP is well absorbed and bypasses the normal conversion of tryptophan into 5-HTP. In the central nervous system, serotonin helps to regulate a variety of biological processes, such as mood, sleep and appetite. As a balanced emotional state depends on normal levels of serotonin, 5-HTP has been shown to support healthy mood by easily crossing the blood-brain barrier to increase serotonin levels. By promoting healthy serotonin metabolism, 5-HTP also supports cranial vessel comfort. As a sleep aid, 5-HTP promotes sleep quality by increasing REM sleep.
Features
- Direct precursor of serotonin*
- Supports healthy mood balance*
- Supports healthy sleep/wake cycles*
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Supports healthy mood balance.
- supports restful sleep.
- Recommended Adults Dose: For Healthy Mood Balance: Take one capsule three times daily with meals or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. As a Sleep Aid: Take one capsule daily with a meal, 30 - 45 minutes before bedtime, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.
- This product is dairy free, gluten free, and vegan: Convenient vegetable capsule format
- NPN 80029723
Ingredients
| Each 1 Veg Capsule Contains: | |
| L-5-Hydroxytryptophan (from Griffonia simplicifolia seeds) | 100 mg |
Non Medicinal Ingredients
Cellulose, hypromellose.
Purity
containing no added wheat, starch, yeast, gluten, corn, soy, sodium, sugar, artificial coloring or flavoring, antimicrobial preservatives, dairy or animal products. Ideal for vegans.
Suggested Dose
Take one capsule three times daily with meals or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner. Use for a minimum of one week to see beneficial results. For use beyond one year, consult your healthcare practitioner. To minimize the risk of gastrointestinal side effects, start dosing at one capsule two times daily and slowly increase to effective dose over a two week period.
Risk Information
Cautions and Warnings: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you are taking products with serotoneric activity; consult your health care practitioner prior to use. Discontinue use and consult a health care practitioner if you show signs of weakness, oral ulcers or abdominal pain accompanied by severe muscle pain, or if you experience skin changes. If sleepiness persists continuously for more than three weeks (chronic insomnia), consult your health care practitioner. Consult your health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen.
Contra-Indications
Do not use if you has scleroderma.
Known Adverse Reactions
Some people may experience drowsiness. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness. Some people may experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
