NOW Foods
NOW Foods 5-HTP 100 mg
120 Capsules
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Many people have already heard of serontonin and know how it affects mood and sleep, but what most people do not know is that it needs help from other biological factors to fulfill this role. 5-HTP is the intermediate metabolite between the amino acid L-tryptophan
and serotonin, which is extracted from the seed of an African plant (Griffonia
simplicifolia). 5-HTP readily crosses the blood-brain barrier and
increases central nervous system (CNS) synthesis of serotonin. Serotonin
can affect sleep, and many other important biological functions. This
is a mid-range dosage of 5-HTP.
Features:
Features:
- Helps to relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia
- Reduces the severity and duration of migraine headaches when taken as a prophylactic
- Neurotransmitter Support
- Naturally Sourced
- Supports Positive Mood
- Vegetarian/Vegan Formula
Fibromyalgia: Take 1 capsule 3-4 times daily with food. Use for a minimum of 2 weeks to see beneficial effects. Consult a health 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. Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 6 months.
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.
Ingredients: Each capsule contains: L-5-HTP (L-5-Hydroxytryptophan) (Griffonia simplicifolia Seed) 100 mg.
Ingredients: Each capsule contains: L-5-HTP (L-5-Hydroxytryptophan) (Griffonia simplicifolia Seed) 100 mg.
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Rice Flour, Veg Capsule (hypromellose, water).
Warning: If you are currently taking antidepressant medications please consult a physician prior to use. May cause drowsiness.
Warning: If you are currently taking antidepressant medications please consult a physician prior to use. May cause drowsiness.
Highlights
Each capsule contains: L-5-HTP (L-5-Hydroxytryptophan) (Griffonia simplicifolia Seed) 100 mg.
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Rice Flour, Veg Capsule (hypromellose, water).
- We are only able to ship this item to Canadian customers.
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Excellent Product, but Quick Warning
One of the reviews mentions mixing this with St John's Wort, which is INCREDIBLY dangerous. Mixing anything that dramatically increases your serotonin levels can result in something called serotonin syndrome.
Here's a breakdown from Mayo Clinic: "Serotonin is a chemical your body produces that's needed for your nerve cells and brain to function. But too much serotonin causes signs and symptoms that can range from mild (shivering and diarrhea) to severe (muscle rigidity, fever and seizures). Severe serotonin syndrome can cause death if not treated."
Avoid mixing the following with each other: 5-HTP, Kanna (Sceletium), St John's Wort, SSRIs & SNRIs (antidepressants). There are some controlled substances that should also be on that list, but I don't want to risk this review getting taken down, so you can do your own research there.
Date published: 2021-03-19
