5-HTP 25mg - 60 Caps - Swiss Naturals

5-HTP 25mg - 60 Caps - Swiss Naturals

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25 MG 5-HTP FROM SWISS HERBAL NATURAL MOOD SUPPORT.5-hydroxy-tryptophan (5-HTP), derived from a natural seed source, is the direct precursor (raw material) the brain uses to make serotonin; the neurotransmitter responsible for healthy mood. Regular supplementation may help enhance mood, reduce cravings and restore well being. [CAPSULE]
Each capsule contains:
25mg
5Hydroxytryptophan (Griffonia simplicfolia seed extract)
Non-medicinal ingredients:
Microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, gelatin, purified water.

Format

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60 Caps

Dosage

Take two capsules with a glass of water between meals 3 times daily or as directed by a health professional.

Important Information

This product contains no added: Artificial preservatives, Colour, Corn, Soya, Gluten, Wheat or Yeast.

Highlights
  • Encourages wellbeing
  • Enhances mood
  • Helps treat sleep disorders
  • Moderate 25mg dosage
  • Easy to swallow capsule

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Swiss Naturals, makers of popular natural health supplements Total One multi-vitamins, Natural HRT Extra Strength, Chewable Vitamin C to support immune health, plus many more! Swiss Naturals products undergo 300 tests for quality and are packaged in 100% recyclable bottles.

What 5-HTP?

5-HTP is a precursor to the hormones serotonin and melatonin. Serotonin regulates mood, behaviour, appetite, dilation of blood vessels and many other body processes. 5-HTP has been favourably compared to tricyclic antidepressants and Prozac for its ability to alleviate depression. Serotonin is released in response to fullness and regulates appetite. Deficiency of serotonin can lead to overeating and obesity. This also accounts for the fact that when we are under stress our appetite tends to change.

Some people become deficient in serotonin and gain weight because they overeat. Others lose their appetite partly because their brain is reacting to high levels of serotonin released during the stressful time. Serotonin also decreases the diameter of blood vessels. This is helpful in headaches and migraines that are caused by increased blood flow in the brain.

Melatonin regulates the body's sleep/wake cycles. Optimal levels of melatonin allow us to have restful and restorative sleep. Melatonin also cues the body to release growth hormone and sex hormones, which are used during sleep to repair body tissues and normalize hormone levels. Finally melatonin is an antioxidant that protects tissue by neutralizing damaging free radicals. The amount of melatonin produced by the body naturally declines as we age so supplementing with 5-HTP may be a means to prevent age-related disease. 5-HTP is recommended by natural health practitioners for insomnia, jet lag, aging, frequent colds and flus, PMS, memory loss, arteriosclerosis, stroke, Alzheimer's disease, headaches, migraines, obesity, fibromyalgia, stress, anxiety and depression.

What is Serotonin?

Serotonin is a major player in the regulation of mood and behaviour. It also regulates appetite, the dilation of blood vessels and many other body processes
Serotonin soothes and calms and brings about feelings of contentment. Serotonin regulates mood, behaviour, appetite, dilation of blood vessels and many other body processes. Serotonin is released in response to fullness and regulates appetite. Deficiency of serotonin can lead to overeating and obesity. This also accounts for the fact that when we are under stress our appetite tends to change.

Some people become deficient in serotonin and gain weight because they overeat. Others lose their appetite partly because their brain is reacting to high levels of serotonin released during the stressful time. Serotonin also decreases the diameter of blood vessels. This is helpful in headaches and migraines that are caused by increased blood flow in the brain.

To enhance the body's production of serotonin without taking serotonin itself there are several options. Protein intake is important because it contains the amino acid tryptophan, a precursor to serotonin. A supplement called 5-HTP is an activated form of tryptophan that can also be supplemented to help with the production of serotonin. Vitamin B6, pyridoxine, acts in the cascade to produce serotonin, from tryptophan. The absorption of B6 is improved if all of the B complex vitamins are taken along with it.

Supplementing with 5-HTP may benefit:

Weight loss
Insomnia
Depression
Anxiety
PMS
Jet lag
Headaches/ migraines
Fibromyalgia
Aging
Alzheimer's disease
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