5-HTP 100 mg
by Protocol For Life Balance · Capsule
Supplement facts from the label of 5-HTP 100 mg by Protocol For Life Balance: 5-Hydroxytryptophan 100 mg.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Per serving | % DV | Upper limit (adults) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Hydroxytryptophan (Griffonia simplicifolia Seed Extract) | 100 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: Vegan · Vegetarian · Adult (18 - 50 Years) · Women (not pregnant or lactating) · Gluten Free · Dairy Free
Claim types: All Other · Structure/Function
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions: Suggested usage: Take 1 capsule 1 to 3 times daily, preferably on an empty stomach before bedtime, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Formula re: Contains: How it works: 5-HTP is the intermediate precursor in the natural synthesis of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that helps to regulate mood, appetite, and sleep/wake cycles. 5-HTP readily crosses the blood-brain barrier and clinical studies suggest that 5-HTP can support healthy serotonin levels. Serotonin is associated with a positive mood and provides a substrate for the production of melatonin. 5-H
Precautions re: All Other: Cautions/interactions: May cause mild, but transient GI discomfort. Individuals with a history of cardiac conditions, use only under the direction of your healthcare practitioner.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: 5-HTP should be used with caution in combination with any serotonergic drug or herb, including SSRIs, MAOIs and St. John's wort. If you are taking any of these medications or if you are planning any surgical procedures, consult your healthcare practitioner prior to using this product.
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications: Not recommended for pregnant or nursing women.
Formulation re: Other: Natural source Supports a positive mood
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).