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5-HTP
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DESCRIPTION
When used with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity, 5-HTP can help in weight management by reducing carbohydrate cravings.
5-HTP is produced naturally from the amino acid L-Tryptophan, which can also be purchased as a supplement, so which is better? Well, whilst L-Tryptophan can still provide a number of benefits, particularly those regarding a person’s mental health and well-being, as 5-HTP is a direct precursor to serotonin, this means that it is converted much easier, much quicker, and it is much purer, so therefore, the body has less work to do in order to convert 5-HTP into serotonin as Tryptophan is a precursor to 5-HTP.
Recommended Dose: Adults: Take 3 Capsules 3 times per day. Take 30 minutes prior to meal. To minimize the risk of gastrointestinal side effects, start dosing at 100 mg 2 – 3 times per day and slowly increase to effective does over 2 week period.
Duration of Use: Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 12 weeks.
Medicinal Ingredients
Non-Medicinal Ingredients
Supplement Facts
Warnings
Allergy Statement
Pricing
Medicinal Ingredients
Medicinal Ingredients:
L-5-HTP (5-Hydroxy-L-tryptophan – Seed) – 100 mg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients
Non-Medicinal Ingredients:
Hypromellose and Vegetarian Capsules.
Supplement Facts
Warnings
Caution(s): Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking carbidopa or drugs/supplements with serotonergic activity, which may include, but not limited to, L-tryptophan, S Adenosylmethionine (SAMe), St. John’s wort, antidepressants, pain killers, over the counter cough and cold medication containing dextromethorphan, anti-nausea medication, anti-migraine medication or if symptoms persist or worsen.
Stop use and consult a health care practitioner if you show signs of weakness, oral ulcers, abdominal pain accompanied by severe muscle pain or if you experience skin changes.
Contraindication(s): Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use this product if you have scleroderma.
Known Adverse Reaction(s): Some people may experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and drowsiness. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness.
Allergy Statement
Allergy Statement: This product is made in a facility that handles milk by-products/derivatives, gluten, shellfish, soy, peanuts and other tree nuts. This product may contain milk by-products/derivatives, gluten, shellfish, soy, peanuts and other tree nuts.
Disclaimer: The above description does not constitute medical advice and is for informational purposes only and has not been evaluated by Health Canada, CFIA, or FDA. Please consult a properly licensed medical professional before consuming nutritional supplements. This product is not intended to treat, diagnose or cure any disease.
Pricing
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The Benefits
There are a number of benefits associated with 5-HTP, and whilst listing them all may be a bit of a stretch, we can look at some of the most common and most important benefits. These include:
One of the main benefits of 5-HTP is the fact that when used with a program of reduced intake of dietary calories and increased physical activity (if possible) to help in weight management by reducing carbohydrate cravings.
