Product Description
Nature?s Harmony? 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a naturally sourced extract from the seeds of the Griffonia simplicifolia plant. This important nutrient is used to help balance mood, well-being and sleep patterns.
RECOMMENDED USE:
Calming neuro-nutrient.
DOSAGE FORM:
Capsule
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Take 1 capsule (50 mg) before bedtime or as directed by a health care practitioner.
DESCRIPTION:
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a substance produced in the body after eating foods that contain the amino acid L-tryptophan. The body uses 5-HTP to produce serotonin, an important neurotransmitter required for healthy nerve and brain function. Since it is closely linked to mood and relaxation, normal levels of serotonin allow for balanced moods and healthy sleep patterns.
Recommended Daily Allowance: N/A
Food Sources: Not found in foods to any appreciable extent (turkey, chicken, pork and cheese are good sources of tryptophan).
Causes of Deficiency: Serotonin deficiencies are often caused by excess stress and poor diet.
Symptoms of Deficiency: Serotonin deficiencies are linked to depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, obesity and addiction.
Complementary Nutrients: Carbohydrates trigger the production of serotonin. Vitamin B6 is also a critical nutrient for serotonin production. 5-HTP works in conjunction with Nature?s Harmony? Relora? to further combat carbohydrate and sugar cravings.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
5-HTP may cause drowsiness. Do not take this product while driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery. Tests indicate that Nature?s Harmony? 5-HTP is free from the impurity peak-X.
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RESEARCH:
Clinical studies have shown that supplementing with 5-HTP can help improve mood and relaxation by normalizing serotonin levels in the brain.
SIDE EFFECTS:
Side effects from 5-HTP are rare, typically mild and may include upset stomach and drowsiness. If side effects occur, they usually disappear within a few days.
INTERACTIONS AND SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS:
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, using any prescription drugs, such as antidepressants, or have a pre-existing medical condition, consult your health care practitioner before using this product. High doses of 5-HTP can cause agitation, increased heart rate and increased blood pressure. Do not exceed 100 mg (2 capsules) in any 24-hour period, unless under the care of a health care practitioner.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
5-HTP may cause drowsiness. Do not take this product while driving a motor vehicle or operating machinery. Tests indicate that Nature?s Harmony? 5-HTP is free from the impurity peak-X.
