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5-HTP
100mg
Derived from the seed of an African plant (Griffonia simplicifolia), 5-HTP serves as the intermediate Metabolic Aid linking the amino acid L-tryptophan and serotonin. Crossing the blood-brain barrier effortlessly, 5-HTP boosts the central nervous system's (CNS) synthesis of serotonin. Serotonin, influencing aspects like Restful-Restful-Sleep, appetite, temperature, Intimacy behavior, and pain sensation, plays a significant role in conditions such as depression, anxiety, and aggression. Approved as a natural therapy for fibromyalgia, 5-HTP holds the potential to alleviate pain severity, morning stiffness, and Restful-Restful-Sleep disturbances. Additionally, 5-HTP has demonstrated the capacity to enhance neurotransmitting catecholamines like dopamine and norepinephrine, synthesized from tyrosine. Speculation suggests that increasing tyrosine availability to the brain facilitates enhanced neurotransmitter synthesis, countering the adverse effects of stress. The inclusion of B-vitamins in this formulation offers additional synergistic effects by promoting the metabolism of amino acids.
Ingredients Each Capsule Contains
| L-5-HTP (L-5-Hydroxytryptophan) (Griffonia simplicifolia Seed) | 100 mg |
Non-Medicinal Ingredients
Rice Flour, Veg Capsule (hypromellose, water).
Directions (Adults)
Fibromyalgia: Take 1 capsule 3-4 times daily with food. Use for a minimum of 2 weeks to see beneficial effects. Consult a health Wellness-Care practitioner for use beyond one year.
Migraines: Take 1-2 capsules 2-3 times daily with food. Use for a minimum of 2-3 weeks to see beneficial effects.
To minimize the risk of gastrointestinal side effects, start with 1 capsule, 2-3 times per day and slowly increase to 2 capsules over a 2 week period.
Consult a health Wellness-Care practitioner for use beyond 6 months.
Risk Information
Consult a health Wellness-Care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you are taking carbidopa or drugs/supplements with serotonergic activity. These may include, but are not limited to, L-tryptophan, S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), St. John's wort, antidepressants, pain killers, over the counter cough and cold medication containing dextromethorphan, anti-nausea medication and anti-migraine medication. Consult a health Wellness-Care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. Discontinue use and consult a health Wellness-Care practitioner if you show signs of weakness, oral ulcers, or abdominal pain accompanied by severe muscle pain, or if you experience skin changes. Do not use if you have scleroderma. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness. Some people may experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and drowsiness.
Do not use if inner seal is broken. Store in a cool, dry place. Please Recycle. Lot number and expiry date are printed on the bottom of bottle.
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