5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is a metabolite of the amino acid tryptophan. You may know tryptophan as the agent in turkey that makes you feel like taking a nap after Thanksgiving dinner (in addition to a full belly). 5-HTP is a direct precursor of the important inhibitory neurotransmitter serotonin, which is secreted in response to mood or emotion swings. Serotonin soothes and calms and brings about feelings of contentment.
My husband experienced anxiety problems. When he asked his doctor to prescribe him something, the doctor suggested 5-HTP instead. We were doubtful in trying a supplement for a very profound and debilitating problem; but within days, he felt different, happy, and handled stress with ease. He was a different man within 2-weeks! I started taking it after about a year, because work worries began waking me in the night and keeping me awake. That all stopped and now, I swear by it also!
I have been using this product for more than two years for fibromyalgia and depression - 100mgs 2 times per day. It really helps. Have tried another brand that did not work. Great price.
Well, this is supposed to be a sleep aid, antidepressant and mild anti-hunger product. So far, it has done none of the above. I take melatonin to sleep every night and tried the 5-HTP last night. I stayed awake for hours, tossing and turning trying to get to sleep. About 1am, I gave up and took the melatonin and fell asleep in 15 minutes. Today, I took the 5-HTP 2 hours before lunch and felt no loss of hunger or appetite. I don't know what to think about it at this point. I cannot speak of how well it does with anti-depressing, I'm not depressed.
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