Doctor's Best 5-HTP Enhanced 120 Capsules

Doctor's Best 5-HTP Enhanced 120 Capsules
What is 5HTP Enhanced with Vitamins B6 and C? 
Doctor’s Best 5-HTP Enhanced with Vitamins B6 and C provides a drug-free alternative to support sleep, mood, anxiety and stress. 
It aids serotonin production and serotonin is the chemical neurotransmitter produced in the brain that helps regulate sleep, body temperature, sexual desire, mood and appetite.
5-HTP is a natural metabolite of the essential amino acid tryptophan and functions as a precursor for serotonin. 
It is derived from the seeds of the African plant Griffonia simplicifolia, is free of synthetic ingredients and has a high level of purity. 
5-HTP is the immediate precursor of serotonin and converts directly to serotonin in the brain. 
Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C help 5-HTP convert to serotonin
How Does It Work?
In the body, 5-HTP is formed from tryptophan by the addition of an –OH group, which gives 5-HTP its antioxidant properties. 
Whereas tryptophan may be sidetracked into the production of niacin or protein, 5-HTP readily crosses the blood-brain barrier and becomes available for serotonin synthesis. 
Therefore, supplementation with 5-HTP is a more direct route to serotonin production. Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal phosphate) is necessary for 5-HTP to be converted to serotonin. 
Vitamin C participates in the conversion of tryptophan to 5-HTP and of tyrosine to norepinephrine, another important neurotransmitter.
Many people suffer from depleted serotonin levels, and that negatively affects our mood and sleep patterns. 
Serotonin acts as a neurotransmitter that helps to relay messages from one area of the brain to another. 
Of the approximately 40 million brain cells we have, most are influenced either directly or indirectly by serotonin. 
This includes brain cells related to mood, sexual desire, sexual function, appetite, sleep, memory and learning, temperature regulation, and some social behavior. 
Dips in serotonin levels can come from physiological causes, stress, dieting, low protein intake, and digestive disorders. 
5-HTP Enhanced with Vitamins B6 and C can help by giving you a safe, clinically proven and effective serotonin boost.
Benefits:
Doctor’s Best 5-HTP enhanced with Vitamins B6 and C provides a drug-free support for sleep, mood, anxiety and stress
5-HTP aids serotonin production
Serotonin is the chemical neurotransmitter produced in the brain that helps regulate sleep, body temperature, sexual desire, mood and appetite
Vitamin B6 is necessary for the 5-HTP to be converted into serotonin and Vitamin C helps conversion of 5-HTP to serotonin.
Gluten Free, Non-GMO, Vegetarian, Vegan
Highlights:
A drug-free support for sleep, mood, anxiety and stress  
Help serotonin production
Serotonin is the chemical neurotransmitter produced in the brain that helps regulate sleep, body temperature, sexual desire, mood and appetite
Vitamin B6 is necessary for the 5-HTP to be converted into serotonin
Vitamin C helps conversion of 5-HTP to serotonin
Active Ingredients:
Each Capsule contains:
5-hydroxy L-tryptohan 100mg
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 200mg
Vitamin B6 15mg
Other ingredients:
Modified cellulose (vegetarian capsule),microcrystalline cellulose, silicone dioxide.
Non-GMO
Gluten-free
Soy Free
Vegetarian and Vegan
Directions:
Take 1 capsule daily, with or without food, or as recommended by a nutritionally-informed physician.
Safety:
Not to be used when taking MAO inhibitors, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), or other anti-depressant medications.
It should also not be used by individuals taking any of the category of medications known as "triptans".
Keep out of reach of children.
Oral administration of 5-HTP in clinical studies has resulted in gastrointestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
According to a review of several studies, these effects are tolerated by most patients and tend to lessen over time. 
Side effects are more marked with higher doses.
5 A recent review in a toxicology journal concludes that while undue speculation was raised years ago, “there is no evidence to implement 5-HTP intake as a cause of any illness.”
Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are taking any prescription medications or if you have a medical condition.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Storage:
Store in a cool dry place.