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Do not exceed the stated dose. Store in a cool dry place. NOT intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Always consult your GP before taking nutritional supplements . If you are taking medication or have an existing medical condition consult with your GP first. Not suitable if pregnant or lactating women. Keep out of reach of children. You should not take supplements as a substitute for a varied balanced diet. 5-HTP should not be taken with antidepressants, weight-control drugs, other serotonin-modifying agents, or substances known to cause liver damage.
Ingredients:
Capsules contain- Pure 5-HTP powder 100mg Other Ingredients (Outer Shell)- Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stone Ground Rice Powder, Magnesium Stearate.
Directions:
Take one to three capsules daily with food.
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Do not exceed the stated dose. Store in a cool dry place. NOT intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Always consult your GP before taking nutritional supplements . If you are taking medication or have an existing medical condition consult with your GP first. Not suitable if pregnant or lactating women. Keep out of reach of children. You should not take supplements as a substitute for a varied balanced diet. 5-HTP should not be taken with antidepressants, weight-control drugs, other serotonin-modifying agents, or substances known to cause liver damage.
Ingredients:
Capsules contain- Pure 5-HTP powder 100mg Other Ingredients (Outer Shell)- Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stone Ground Rice Powder, Magnesium Stearate.
Directions:
Take one to three capsules daily with food.
Legal Disclaimer:
Unless expressly indicated otherwise, Amazon.co.uk is not the manufacturer of the products sold on this site. Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented on our website. Please always read labels, warnings, and directions provided with the product before using or consuming the product. Please see our full disclaimer below.
Product Description
Studies have shown that use of 5-HTP natural Amino Acid 5-hydroxytryptophan may help to promote the brain chemical Serotonin.
Our 5-HTP is extracted from the Griffonia Seed, using a specially developed process that retains as much of the active components of 5-HTP as possible. It is then compressed into an easy-swallow capsule , and each one provides 100mg of 5-HTP in amino acid form.
Research shows that taking a 5-HTP supplement may help to maintain a balanced, relaxed outlook - and 5-HTP seems to be most beneficial if taken before bedtime. Some also find 5-HTP is useful within a weight management programme.
We have manufactured our 5-HTP in an easy to swallow capsule , which should make it even more pleasant to swallow.
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56 of 58 people found the following review helpful
By J. Brooman
Amazon Verified Purchase
These are great for anyone who suffers from SAD in the winter. They boost the seratonin in the brain and do give one a lift. They are natural and do not produce any side effects like traditional medicine and I would thoroughly recommend. I stop these in the spring but will be back on them come the autumn when I get rather blue.
I have just read an article on these and am most impressed by what I read and so have added this to my original review. Worth anyone who feels low in mood, can't sleep, likely to put on weight easily, or feels anxious, having a look at the reading matter that is available on the web about these.
I am now going to re-order and not wait for the autumn as I have recently got rather low due to extremely painful joints [another thing these can help with apparently]and will review these again to keep anyone who is interested up to date with the results.
I have just read an article on these and am most impressed by what I read and so have added this to my original review. Worth anyone who feels low in mood, can't sleep, likely to put on weight easily, or feels anxious, having a look at the reading matter that is available on the web about these.
I am now going to re-order and not wait for the autumn as I have recently got rather low due to extremely painful joints [another thing these can help with apparently]and will review these again to keep anyone who is interested up to date with the results.
22 of 23 people found the following review helpful
I'm willing to accept that using 5-HTP only works for some people. This could quite reasonably be the case, given the scope for diversity in each individual's physiology (genetic polymorphisms, varying levels of the various enzymes involved in the manufacture of serotonin, etc.).
I'm only pointing this out because I have seen reviews on the internet where people swear 5-HTP doesn't work. The fact is, for me, it has an EXTREMELY pronounced effect - mydriasis, increased libido, not to mention the mood alteration. That sure as hell isn't down to the placebo effect.
I guess the take home message here is these tablets, and 5-HTP "supplements" in general, are NOT to be taken lightly! An accidental overdose has the potential to put you in hospital or even kill you, and if you are on ANY psychiatric medications then please, steer well clear until you've consulted your GP. SSRIs in particular can easily be fatal in combination with 5-HTP due to an extended 'overdose' of serotonin. Side note: If you're sweating a lot more than normal, you have probably taken too much.
That aside, these tablets gave me an almost instantaneous lift out of SAD/atypical depression and I can't emphasise enough how grateful I am for that. They might even be too strong for some people - I'd recommend just one tablet, at around 7pm, to minimise the risk of any possible side effects interfering with your day/night. I may actually have to purchase some 50mg tablets in order to spread this dose out.
In summary: Definitely worth a try. Be careful. Be sensible!
I'm only pointing this out because I have seen reviews on the internet where people swear 5-HTP doesn't work. The fact is, for me, it has an EXTREMELY pronounced effect - mydriasis, increased libido, not to mention the mood alteration. That sure as hell isn't down to the placebo effect.
I guess the take home message here is these tablets, and 5-HTP "supplements" in general, are NOT to be taken lightly! An accidental overdose has the potential to put you in hospital or even kill you, and if you are on ANY psychiatric medications then please, steer well clear until you've consulted your GP. SSRIs in particular can easily be fatal in combination with 5-HTP due to an extended 'overdose' of serotonin. Side note: If you're sweating a lot more than normal, you have probably taken too much.
That aside, these tablets gave me an almost instantaneous lift out of SAD/atypical depression and I can't emphasise enough how grateful I am for that. They might even be too strong for some people - I'd recommend just one tablet, at around 7pm, to minimise the risk of any possible side effects interfering with your day/night. I may actually have to purchase some 50mg tablets in order to spread this dose out.
In summary: Definitely worth a try. Be careful. Be sensible!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Chris
Amazon Verified Purchase
Make sure you take them at night because they put me to sleep. They are a very nice natural remedy.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By iliketosleep
Amazon Verified Purchase
I've been using these for nine months now and they have helped. I bought them because I hadn't slept well in a long time, always waking up several times in the night for an hour or so at a time. These took a week to get into the system and taking one didn't work but once they did, wow. I still woke up but only for minutes and that became less and less. I had to drop from the three tablets to two as I was struggling to get up the next day and at weekends, I've started to lie in! I wouldn't recommend them as an appetite suppressor however I have noticed I've stopped snacking in the evenings. I took a break from them a month or two ago and they seemed to stay in the system for about two weeks but then I started to sleep badly again and starting snacking so bought some more.
I've read some negative reviews and understand these won't work for everyone. My 18 yr old son also has problems sleeping and he's just tried them however they haven't helped him at all. It was worth trying though.
I've read some negative reviews and understand these won't work for everyone. My 18 yr old son also has problems sleeping and he's just tried them however they haven't helped him at all. It was worth trying though.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By dreya
I was very pleased with this product, I was recomended to take 5htp for anxiety and also for disturbed sleep. The tablets have helped with both problems and have seemed to have worked quite quickly. The only problem I had was with delivery the first order never arrived, but the problem was dealt with very swiftly after I reported it and a new parcel was delivered the next day.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By sarat
I've had low mood and headaches for a while. Been irritable, tearful, snappy - everything getting on my nerves. Felt better within a few days of taking 5htp. Mood brightened migraines stopped. Took it at night to help me sleep but had to change to morning as it did the opposite and I found it hard to get to sleep. I felt a little bit 'floaty' at first but not unpleasant and that does pass. I'm certainly feeling much brighter and things aren't getting to me anymore. There does not seem to be any side effects. I would recommend people give it a try for mild depression.
24 of 26 people found the following review helpful
By agne
Amazon Verified Purchase
This does help with anxiety, and starts working pretty fast. Helps me relax and especially during times of stress. I would suggest this product to anyone who feels a bit down, and there are no side effects. But gives really vivid dreams!!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Velmwend
Amazon Verified Purchase
Now, someone told me that it's not a great idea to mix B6 with 5htp like the larger health food brands do. The reasoning is that more 5htp will cross the blood/brain barrier if used alone. That's why I bought this particular 5htp...and because it's great value for money. And it works!! Bejeez it works!
Whoahh, talk about crazy dreams! My sleep pattern appears to have stabilised and my rem sleep is full throttle, which I'm happy about because it means my sleep is healthy again - healthy sleep = happy days. And yep, I feel happier throughout the day. I take 1 x 100mg half an hour before bed. Do be warned - this 5htp will present you with the most vivid dreams. I love it, for people who keep dream diaries and love studying their dreams, or want to lucid dream, this is the supp you need!
There is a slightly bitter taste to the capsule, I can't put my finger on what it is, but it's slightly unpleasant when swallowing, hence only 4 stars rating. Maybe something the company need to address and remedy?
Anyhow, I can report that, for me, this 5htp, at 100mg before bed each night, has matched effectiveness with the 20mg daily prozac I used to take. We're all wired differently so I can't say this would be the case with everyone. Always consult your gp! And there are whisperings that tolerance can build up and effectiveness deteriorate, but I have no experience of this just yet so I can't comment.
Do your homework. Get onto google and research, research, research. If you're taking 5htp for mild depressive symptoms, it would benefit you wholly to also re-evaluate your diet at the same time. Lots of foods contaning tyrosine, tryptophan, betaine, lots of blueberries and good brisk walks! Great product - keep up the good work!
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Whoahh, talk about crazy dreams! My sleep pattern appears to have stabilised and my rem sleep is full throttle, which I'm happy about because it means my sleep is healthy again - healthy sleep = happy days. And yep, I feel happier throughout the day. I take 1 x 100mg half an hour before bed. Do be warned - this 5htp will present you with the most vivid dreams. I love it, for people who keep dream diaries and love studying their dreams, or want to lucid dream, this is the supp you need!
There is a slightly bitter taste to the capsule, I can't put my finger on what it is, but it's slightly unpleasant when swallowing, hence only 4 stars rating. Maybe something the company need to address and remedy?
Anyhow, I can report that, for me, this 5htp, at 100mg before bed each night, has matched effectiveness with the 20mg daily prozac I used to take. We're all wired differently so I can't say this would be the case with everyone. Always consult your gp! And there are whisperings that tolerance can build up and effectiveness deteriorate, but I have no experience of this just yet so I can't comment.
Do your homework. Get onto google and research, research, research. If you're taking 5htp for mild depressive symptoms, it would benefit you wholly to also re-evaluate your diet at the same time. Lots of foods contaning tyrosine, tryptophan, betaine, lots of blueberries and good brisk walks! Great product - keep up the good work!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
1.0 out of 5 stars
It is either cut or its an isomer of 5-htp
I purchased this product having thoroughly enjoyed 5-HTP that I purchased from Holland & Barrett health food store in the UK. In H&B it costs around £15 for 60 100mg capsules. Read more
Published 13 days ago by Eddy
5.0 out of 5 stars
it works
Excellent dispatch - received very quickly and well packaged.
The product really helps - so many other sleep aids I've tried over several decades have not. Read more
The product really helps - so many other sleep aids I've tried over several decades have not. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ms. D. C. Fedorowicz
1.0 out of 5 stars
Poor side effects
I can't belive I tried an item like this, again.
I was looking for an alternative to prescibed medication to combat the side effects. Read more
I was looking for an alternative to prescibed medication to combat the side effects. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mr. M. E. Powell
1.0 out of 5 stars
Still sleepless
Purchased these after reading the good reviews regading better sleeping. Unfortunatle they were useless with regards to improving sleep as far as I was concered, so it's back to... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kenneth Steadman
5.0 out of 5 stars
good product
This stuff works.. I am a night worker and I need to help top up melatonin levels and this is the answer. I take tow just before I got to bed and then zonk! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Philip55
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great nights sleep!
Ive been taking this for about 3 months now. Before I had really bad insomnia, staying awake until sometimes 6 in the morning and taking nytol probably more often that I should... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ms. K. Johnston
1.0 out of 5 stars
Before purchase consult with your GP or a doctor
Yesterday I took 2 pills before going to bed. Afterwards, I was sick all night: I vomited, slept very badly. During the night I had a muscle spasm in my arm. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Zarina Switlyk
5.0 out of 5 stars
excellent product
I have tried this for the first time after trying all other types of medication for
anxiety,
this product really does work and I do now sleep much better, also coping... Read more
anxiety,
this product really does work and I do now sleep much better, also coping... Read more
Published 3 months ago by steve500
5.0 out of 5 stars
transformational
I've never written a product review before, but I have suffered from chronic insomnia for years. not depression or obesity, just insomnia. It was killing me. Read more
Published 4 months ago by reviewing
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent recovery tool for MDMA!
My friends Hamster bought this product to help with the comdown associated with MDMA.
This is brilliant and the comedown is reduced hugely! Read more
This is brilliant and the comedown is reduced hugely! Read more
Published 4 months ago by TheAdWrighty
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