Healthy Origins 5- Htp 50mg (120 CAP)

Healthy Origins® 5-HTP is a naturally occuring standardized extract of Griffonia simplicifolia containing greater than 99% pure 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP). Extracts of Griffonia simplicifolia have been used traditionally in Aftican medicine to inhibit diarrhea, vomiting and constipation, and as an aphrodisiac. 5-HTP is a precursor of serotonin (5-HT). The diverse physiological funtions of serotonin in the body include actions as a neurotransmitter, a regulator of smooth mscle function in the cardiovascular and gastrointestinal system, and a regulator of platelet function. Serotonin is involved in numerous central nervous system actions such as regulating mood, sleep and appetite. In the gastrointestinal system, serotonin stimulates gastric motility. Serotonin also stimulates platelet aggregation. As a precursor of serotonin, 5-HTP helps to normalize serotonin activity in the body. Considerable research has been conducted regarding the activity of 5-HTP. Some of the clinical studies are summarized below: MOOD - Dysregulation of serotonin metabolism in the central nervous system has been shown to affect mood. 5-HTP helps to normalize serotonin levels and, thereby positively affect mood. In a double-blind study using objective assessments of mood, researchers in Zurich reported significant improvements in mood with 5-HTP. 1 Likewise, in a double-blind, multi-center study in Germany, researchers reported significant improvements in both objective and self-assessment indices of mood. 2 SLEEP - Many studies have shown that depletion of serotonin results in insomnia, which is reversed by administration of 5-HTP. Likewise, Soulairac and Lambinet3 reported that 100mg of 5-HTP resulted in significant improvement for people who complained of trouble sleeping. Furthermore, serotonin is metabolized to the hormone melatonin, which is known to help regulate the sleep cycle, by increasing serotonin levels with 5-HTP, melatonin levels are also increased. APPETITE - Food intake is thought to suppress appetite through the production of serotonin from the amino acid tryptophan. Because it is an intermediary in the conversion process of tryptophan to serotonin, 5-HTP may reduce appetite in a similar manner as food intake, but without the calories. In a recent double-blind, placebo-controlled study, subjects taking 5-HTP lost significant weight compared to control subjects. A reduction in carbohydrate intake and early satiety were seen in the 5-HTP group.4

Ingredient Details:Gelatin Capsule (Gelatin and Water), Rice Flour and Magnesium Stearate Free of Sugar, Salt, Yeast, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Barley, Fish, Shellfish, Nuts, Tree Nuts, Milk Products, No Preservatives, Artificial Flavors or Synthetic Colors.

Suggested Use:As a dietary supplement; take one capsule with a glass of water once or twice daily.

Cautions:Do not use if you are pregnant; nursing or are taking MAO inhibitor medication. May cause drowsiness; consult your health care practitioner if you have high blood pressure or if you have medical condition. Not intended to be taken by anyone under the age of 18.

About: Healthy Origins is a Pittsburgh based manufacturer of nutritional supplements which has been providing leading "specialty supplements" to the health food industry including the hpf line of products. Their products will be found at most health food stores throughout the united states. The company’s products are developed with theirr own custom formulations and are manufactured with strict compliance with the u.s. Pharmacopoeia guidelines. The quality control standards exceed those required be any government agency. You are assured of getting the most potent nutritional products available today.

Contact Healthy Origins P.o. Box 12615 Pittsburgh pennsylvania 15241 8882286650

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