Natures Way 5-HTP

by Nature's Way

Product Features

• 60 Tablets
• Serving Size: 2
• 30 Servings Per Container

Product Description

Size: 60 tab

• Dietary Supplement
• l-5-Hydroxytryptophan with Vitamin B6 & Vitamin C

Natural Griffonia Bean Extract
Precursor to Serotonin

• Enteric coated
• Gentle on the stomach
• Easy-to-swallow tablets

l-5-Hydroxytryptophan is the precursor to serotonin, a mood and appetite regulating neurotransmitter produced within the body.  It has been combined with Vitamin C and Vitamin B6, an important cofactor in the conversion to serotonin.  Nature's Way uses natural l-5-HTP extracted from Griffonia simplicifolia beans produced in easy-to-swallow, enteric-coated tablets to minimize any potential gastric discomfort.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 5 x 4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item can only be shipped to the 48 contiguous states. We regret it cannot be shipped to APO/FPO, Hawaii, Alaska, or Puerto Rico.
• ASIN: B0009ET9S6
• UPC: 033674452509
• Item model number: 69629
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (34 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,212 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

57 of 71 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars HAS MANY USES!, November 12, 2005

By 

Heather L. Parisi "Robert and Heather Parisi" (St. Augustine, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT:

As 5-HTP goes, this is good stuff and reasonably priced. It does seem to cause vivid dreams and it seems to have the effects it is supposed to. However, it should be noted that although you need take only 1-2 capsules for insomnia, the short half life of 5-HTP from "GRIFFONIA SEEDS" necessitates rather frequent dosing for depression and appetite suppression, usually 4x per day and attention needs to be paid to the timing of doses with other amino acids. Serotonin syndrome may also be an issue for some.

Whereas many important issues are not certain or resolved regarding 5-HTP dosage and usage, it does seem to do a lot of good when used appropriately. Naturally a lot more can be said and books have been written on 5-HTP. It is a product that must be used with considerable care and professional medical monitoring is advisable due to the serious conditions it is used for and its effects on human brain chemistry. [Depression, Obesity, Insomnia] Nevertheless after taking it for 3 years I can say that I have experienced no negative side effects. Also, I have noticed reduced cravings for sweets, less anxiety in social situations and have slept better than I ever have. There has also been no sign of 5-HTP being habit forming in my experience.

NATURE'S WAY BRAND:

I have used several brands with good results. Nature's Way is probably my favorite because they have very strict quality control and it shows in the consistency of their products.

[I am not affiliated with any product or company]

19 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 5-Hydroxytryptophan For Depression, February 9, 2011

By 

trooper2 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nature's Way 5-HTP, 60 Tablets (Health and Beauty)

There is an increasing trend towards the use of alternatives to treat depression. These alternatives include substances such as 5-Hydroxy-L-tryptophan (5-HTP).

5-HTP is synthesized from an amino acid called tryptophan. The body absorbs tryptophan, converts it to 5-HTP, and then forms it into serotonin. What's so notable about serotonin? Well, in your central nervous system, serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is involved in regulating your moods.

To date, the available evidence DOES suggest that this substance is better than placebo at alleviating depression. However, be aware that side effects such as dizziness, nausea and diarrhea have been known to occur. If so, consider another alternative such as exercise- suggest Exercise Beats Depression for more on that.

49 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars 5-HTP should NOT be taken with vitamin B6, January 12, 2011

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M. Santiago "Mr Dynamite" (Puerto Rico) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nature's Way 5-HTP, 60 Tablets (Health and Beauty)

I bought this supplement thinking it was only 5-HTP. Turns out I should have read the label before I ordered it. These tablets contain 5-HTP (50mg), Vitamin C(120mg) and Vitamin B6 (10mg). 5-HTP should not be taken simultaneously with vit. B6. Why? 5-HTP is turned into Serotonin using vitamin B6. If you take them both simultaneously, 5-HTP will be turned into Serotonin in your bloodstream and stomach, before it reaches your brain. Then, Serotonin can't pass through the blood-brain barrier so it will just stay in your bloodstream. 5-HTP should pass the blood-brain barrier and then be turned into Serotonin inside the brain where it can improve mood, help sleep, etc. That stuff happens in your brain, not your gut.

Furthermore, and this is important, elevated levels of Serotonin in your bloodstream (outside the brain) have been linked to heart damage and such. There haven't been enough studies to prove anything conclusively, but I'd rather stay away and find myself a 5-HTP without vit. B6.

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