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Thorne 5-Hydroxytryptophan 90 Capsules
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5-Hydroxytryptophan
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- Dairy Free
- Gluten Free
The serotonin levels in the body are associated with the regulation of Restful-Sleep, mood, and appetite. A balanced serotonin level has been shown to Aid Restful-Sleep, good mood, and decreased sugar cravings.* There are several ways to Aid a healthy serotonin level. L-tryptophan and 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) are both precursors to serotonin. However, supplementation with 5-HTP is preferable, because unlike L-tryptophan, 5-HTP cannot be shunted into other uses in the body, such as niacin or protein production. 5-HTP is well absorbed by the body and easily crosses the blood-brain barrier where it can increase the synthesis of serotonin in the central nervous system.* And 5-HTP can be taken with meals without reducing its effectiveness.*
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is the intermediate Metabolic Aid the body produces when it initiates the process of converting the essential amino acid L-tryptophan to serotonin. Therefore, supplementation with 5-HTP will bypass the conversion of L-tryptophan into 5-HTP by the enzyme tryptophan hydroxylase – which is the rate-limiting step in the synthesis of serotonin – and is a conversion that can be inhibited by a number of factors, including stress, insulin resistance, increasing age, and deficiencies of vitamin C, folate, and iron.* 5-HTP is well absorbed when taken orally, with about 70 percent going into the bloodstream.* Intestinal absorption of 5-HTP does not require the presence of a transport molecule, and its absorption is not affected by the presence of other amino acids; therefore, 5-HTP can be taken with meals without reducing its effectiveness. 5-HTP has been shown to have a beneficial impact on mood, Restful-Sleep, carbohydrate cravings, and discomfort associated with fatigue.* Numerous studies of individuals with negative mood status have shown significant positive response with 50-300 mg of 5-HTP daily.*
To further facilitate serotonin production, Thorne's 5-HTP formula contains pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, the active form of vitamin B6 and the necessary cofactor for the conversion of 5-HTP to serotonin. 5-HTP is commercially produced by extraction from the seeds of the African plant, Griffonia simplicifolia.
Each lot is thoroughly tested for contaminants, including Peak X, and is Peak X free.
Medicinal Ingredients
Serving Size: Two Capsules
Servings Per Container: 45
| Two Capsules Contain | %DV |
| Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxal 5'-Phosphate) 6.8 mg |
400% |
| 5-Hydroxytryptophan 100 mg | * |
| *Daily Value (DV) not established. |
Other Ingredients
Microcrystalline Cellulose, Hypro- mellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine, Silicon Dioxide.
Suggested Use
Take 1-2 capsules three times daily or as recommended by your health- Wellness-Care practitioner.
Warning
If pregnant or nursing, do not use this product.
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