Product Description
The modern fast paced life creates many pressures on a person leading to unnecessary stress. These pressures directly translate into loss of sleep, fluctuating moods and related problems. This is the primary reason for the increasing popularity of 5HTP. Naturally processed serotonin does not have any side effects which are seen in the artificially produced products. Since this is a completely natural product it is not toxic for the body. In its natural metabolic processes the body converts tryptophan into 5HTP, it stands to good logic that this process should be stimulated y a natural product extracted from completely natural source rather than artificial sources.
5HTP is also found naturally in miniscule amounts in many food products like cheese and other poultry products. Serotonin amounts are also boosted by many prescribed anti-depressants such as Prozac but boosting the levels by the use of a natural product like 5HTP is preferred because it is completely free from side effects.
5HTP Helps In Weight Loss And Insomnia
The principles of weight loss are quite simple. As soon as the person feels satisfied and his brain receives the signal of being full he will stop eating. Achieving satiety every early in the process of eating is a known effect of 5HTP. Hence, as the person soon feels full and satisfied he stops eating and thus his calorie intake is reduced. This helps a person lose weight easily and is a big advantage of 5HTP use. Regular use of 5HTP suppresses the appetite of a person and makes weight loss an achievable possibility.
It has also been found by studies that 5HTP is a very effective sleeping aid. It helps a person suffering from insomnia by enabling him to sleep peacefully. Boosting the levels of serotonin in the body gives a person satisfied stress free feeling which helps the insomniacs sleep much better. So, as it can be seen just by naturally stimulating serotonin in the body with the help of 5HTP a person can be relieved of depression, lift his mood, help in weight loss and also helps in chronic insomnia.
Additional Information
5HTP comes in capsules of 50mg in packs of 60. An ideal dosage of 5HTP to help boosting your mood to optimum levels of serotonin is about 50mg to 100mg which translates into 1-2 capsules a day. A dosage higher than this should be avoided as extra amount of serotonin causes it to cross over to the bloodstream producing undesired results.
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Additional Information
| Product size | 60 x 50mg capsules |
|---|---|
| This is Natural because... | this is made naturally from the extracts of griffonia simplicifolia, a woody climbing plant found in west and central Africa. |
| Manufacturer | Profound Products |
| Source | Africa raw material made in United Kingdom |
| Ingredients | Supplement facts: Amount per capsule 50mg % Daily Value * not established. Other ingredients: Rice flour in a gelatine capsule. 5HTP 60 x 50mg capsules 5HTP or 5-hydroxy-tryptophan, is the precursor to serotonin, the neurotransmitter associated with well being. 5HTP increases serotonin levels and is used to relieve stress, improve sleep or enhance a dieting program. Disclaimer: This product and its statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to treat, cure or prevent any disease. The above information is the translation of the manufacturer's insert. It is provided under the supplying company's terms and conditions and should not replace the advice of your personal physician. |
| Usage | Take 1 or 2 capsules a day, or before bedtime. Do not exceed 200mg daily and do not take with other antidepressants. Dosage A normal daily dose is 50mg to 100mg (maximum 200mg). Side-effects Side effects are rare but may include mania, anxiety, and dermatitis. Very high doses of 5HTP must be avoided to avoid serotonin crossing into the bloodstream because of the effects of serotonin on the heart. To prevent serotonin crossing into the bloodstream, it is not uncommon for 5HTP to be prescribed with carbidopa. Carbidopa stops the conversion of 5HTP into serotonin until it reaches the brain. Disclaimer: This product and its statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to treat, cure or prevent any disease. The above information is the translation of the manufacturer's insert. It is provided under the supplying company's terms and conditions and should not replace the advice of your personal physician. |