5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is a naturally-occurring metabolite of the essential amino acid tryptophan. 5-HTP for use in dietary supplements is derived from the seeds of the Griffonia simplicifolia plant.
Best 5-HTP Enhanced
Ingredients
Supplement
Facts
Serving size: 1 Capsule
Ingredients
Amount
%DV
Vitamin C
200 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine hydrochloride)
15 mg
5-hydroxy L-tryptophan
100 mg
Best 5-HTP Enhanced
Dosage
One capsule, one to three times daily with or without food.
Best 5-HTP Enhanced
Information
Benefits
Metabolism and Absorption of 5-HTP
5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is formed by the addition of a hydroxyl group (-OH)
to the 5 carbon of the indole ring of tryptophan. Conversion of tryptophan to
5-hydroxytryptophan is catalyzed by the enzyme tryptophan hydroxylase.1 5-HTP
functions as the precursor for serotonin, and is converted to serotonin in a
pyridoxal phosphate (vitamin B6) dependent reaction catalyzed by the enzyme
L-amino acid decarboxylase.2
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Caution
Keep out of reach of children.
Not to be used concurrently with MAO inhibitors, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or other anti-depressant medications. It should also not be used by individuals taking any of the category of medications known as "triptans".
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These products are not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent any disease.
