Amino acid/Protein

5-HTP 5-Hydroxy-L-Trytophan 100

by LifeLink · Capsule

Supplement facts from the label of 5-HTP 5-Hydroxy-L-Trytophan 100 by LifeLink: 5-HTP 100 mg.

Serving size1 Capsule(s)
Most servings a day on the label1
TypeAmino acid/Protein
Barcode639793101047
Label recordDSLD 11729 · entered 2012-08-24

Supplement Facts

IngredientPer serving% DVUpper limit (adults)
5-HTP100 mg——

Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals. Compared only where the unit converts and the limit applies to the form on the label.

On the label

For: Adult (18 - 50 Years)

Claim types: All Other

Formula re: Contains: 5-Hydroxy-L-Tryptophan 100

Precautions re: All Other: For best results avoid taking Vitamin B6 two (2) hours before or after taking 5-HTP.

All Other Content: 5-HTP (5-hydroxy-L-tryptophan) is the immediate precursor of serotonin. Low levels of serotonin are associated with depression, obesity and sleep disorders.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: For best results avoid taking Vitamin B6 two (2) hours before or after taking 5-HTP.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested Use: Doses vary according to use. Consult your health care professional.

This page repeats what the label says and the official upper limits for healthy adults. It is not medical advice: ask a doctor, pharmacist or registered dietitian about your own intake, especially if you are pregnant, take medicines or have a health condition.

Label data: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, Dietary Supplement Label Database (dsld.od.nih.gov), public domain. Upper limits: NIH ODS Fact Sheets for Health Professionals (values from the Institute of Medicine, Food and Nutrition Board).