{"product_id":"5-htp","title":"5-HTP","description":"\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003e5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is a precursor to serotonin, a brain neurotransmitter associated with the feeling of well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eCategories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4\"\u003eSpecialty Applications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cb\u003eClinical Applications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides Support for Serotonin Production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes a Balanced and Positive Mood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Normal Appetite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes Healthy and Deeper Sleep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRODUCT OVERVIEW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStressful lifestyles and poor diets often cause a depletion of serotonin levels. 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) has been used for many years to replenish serotonin levels and support a healthy mood and sleep cycle regulation. Supplementation with 5-HTP has been shown to increase serotonin levels in the central nervous system. The essential amino acid, tryptophan is converted into 5-HTP by the enzyme tryptophan hydroxylase. Tryptophan hydroxylase can be inhibited by a number of factors including stress, insulin resistance, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) deficiency, and insufficient magnesium levels. Supplementation with 5-HTP bypasses the conversion of tryptophan to 5-HTP and thus supports optimal levels of serotonin. 5-HTP also readily crosses the blood-brain barrier and bypasses competition with other amino acids, making it a more efficient precursor for serotonin production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5-HTP is an amino acid that plays an important role in the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter known to be associated with the feeling of well-being. In addition to supporting a healthy mental outlook and mood, studies have also shown serotonin to encourage deeper sleep and to support healthy appetite regulation. Unlike oral serotonin, 5-HTP is able to effectively cross the blood-brain barrier and increase synthesis of serotonin in the central nervous system. 5-HTP is extracted naturally from the seed of the African plant\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eGriffonia simplicifolia\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 or more capsules per day or as recommended by your health care professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-details-container-left\" class=\"col-lg-7 p-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-role=\"product-info-content\" data-val-for=\"benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMood and Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdequate levels of serotonin are associated with a sense of calmness and relaxation. Several studies have demonstrated that 5-HTP supports a healthy frame of mind, good energy levels, comfortable movement and restful sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSleep Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClinical studies have shown 5-HTP helps to maintain healthy sleep regulation.5-HTP improves quality of sleep by extending the rapid eye movement (REM) phase as well as increasing the deep sleep stages of non-REM sleep without increasing total sleep time. In addition, 5-HTP promotes the release of melatonin by the pineal gland inside the brain and increases the length of REM. In children, supplementation with 5-HTP may help support peaceful sleep and decrease the incidence of night terrors. 5-HTP has also been found to raise plasma cortisol levels, causing a transient increase in growth hormone (at 150 mg dose) and, in men only, to support healthy levels of thyroid stimulating hormone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppetite Regulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5-HTP has been found to assist with carbohydrate cravings. 5-HTP is known to support normal hypothalamic regulation, which includes appetite homeostasis. Reduced carbohydrate intake and improved satiety was observed following 5-HTP administration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ORTHO MOLECULAR PRODUCTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46326187917462,"sku":null,"price":56.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/3521\/4486\/files\/5HTP1.png?v=1775264232","url":"https:\/\/wvuqwn-p7.myshopify.com\/products\/5-htp","provider":"Granite State Compounding + Wellness Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}