5-Hydroxytryptophan‚ also known as 5-HTP‚ is a chemical compound that your body produces naturally. Intake of amino acid called tryptophan--which is found in foods like turkey‚ chicken‚ collard greens‚ milk‚ potatoes‚ and pumpkins--is converted into the usable substance. However‚ a 5-HTP supplement allows you to cut out the middle man and experience its benefits more quickly.
Sometimes‚ your natural production of 5-HTP is insufficient. That's where a supplement can help. 5-HTP 100 mg by Pure Encapsulations provides the nutrients needed to stimulate production of serotonin‚ a hormone that may work to regulate your mood and promote relaxation.
Serotonin works with your brain and endocrine system. It may impact how you feel emotionally‚ alleviating mild sadness or stress. In addition‚ this neurotransmitter is involved in maintaining a healthy appetite. In some cases‚ 5-HTP may help you feel more full after eating‚ making a healthy diet easier to maintain.
Finally‚ it can help you manage sleep/wake cycles‚ letting you get a good night's rest. Since a lack of sleep can contribute to irritability‚ 5-HTP may be right for you if you have trouble falling or staying asleep at night.
Each vegetable capsule of this supplement provides 100 milligrams of 5-Hydroxytryptophan‚ which has been derived naturally from the Griffonia simplicifolia plant. Take one to three capsules daily‚ in divided doses before meals. At the recommended dosage‚ every 180-capsule bottle of Pure Encapulations' 5-HTP 100 mg should last from two to six months.
Don't use this supplement if you're pregnant‚ breastfeeding‚ or taking SSRI medications or MAO inhibitors.
Pure Encapsulations seeks to formulate and manufacture high-quality‚ hypoallergenic dietary supplements. Quality control during the formulation and manufacturing process is paramount. All Pure Encapsulations products are made with the most bioavailable ingredients possible.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not meant to diagnose‚ treat or cure any disease or medical condition. Please consult your doctor before starting any exercise or nutritional supplement program or before using these or any product during pregnancy or if you have a serious medical condition.