Influences everything from appetite, to mood, to sleep
5-HTP, short for 5-hydroxytryptophan, is a derivative of the amino acid tryptophan, and is converted in the brain, into the neurotransmitter serotonin which influences everything from appetite, to mood, to sleep. Extracted from the seeds of Griffonia simplicifolia, with each tablet providing a full 100mg of 5-HTP.
Dosage:
Take up to 3 tablets daily, half an hour before meals or half an hour before bedtime or as directed by a practitioner or pharmacist.
Do not exceed recommended daily dose.
5-HTP is best taken for periods of up to 3 months and should then be stopped for a month to determine if the patient still requires it.
Food supplements should not be a substitute for a varied diet.
Caution:
Do not take if pregnant or breast feeding.
Mild drowsiness may occur in some people. It is advisable not to drive or operate machinery until you determine how 5-HTP affects you.
Consult your Doctor if you are taking antidepressants.
| Product Specifications: |
Typically per tablet:
L-5-Hydroxytrytophan
(natural extract from the seeds of Griffonia simplicifolia) | | |
100mg |
Tableted with:
DiCalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Cellulose, Tablet Coating (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Colour: Titanium Dioxide, Glycerin), Silicon Dioxide, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate |
SUITABLE FOR VEGETARIANS
