Vitals 5-HTP 100mg 60 Vegetarian capsules

Vitals 5-HTP 100mg

Vitals 5-HTP 100 mg

Approximately five hundred amino acids occur in nature. Twenty of these are amino acids that serve as building blocks for proteins in the human body, which are referred to as 'fundamental amino acids'. These fundamental amino acids can be further subdivided into the categories 'essential', 'semi-essential' and 'non-essential'. 'Essential' means that the body cannot produce the amino acid itself from other amino acids, and that to meet daily needs, one is completely dependent on nutrition.

This product contains L-5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), extracted from the seeds of the African plant Griffonia simplicifolia. 5-HTP is the already converted and biologically active form of the essential amino acid L-tryptophan. It is the direct precursor of the neurotransmitter serotonin and the hormone melatonin.

Preference for 5-HTP over L-tryptophan
There has been over 30 years of experience with nutritional supplements containing 5-HTP. This form is excellently absorbed, even when taken with meals, and easily crosses the blood-brain barrier. 5-HTP is not hindered by competition with other amino acids. It does not require a (shared) transport molecule like other amino acids (including L-tryptophan). Another advantage over L-tryptophan is that 5-HTP does not first need to be converted in the body. Moreover, more than 95% of ingested L-tryptophan is converted into proteins and other molecules, and only a small portion is available as a precursor for serotonin and melatonin. For these reasons, 5-HTP is preferred over L-tryptophan, and significantly lower dosages are sufficient.

Composition

Composition per daily dose of 1 capsule:
Griffonia simplicifolia extract	400 mg
Of which L-5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)	100 mg

 

Composition per daily dose of 2 capsules:
Griffonia simplicifolia extract	800 mg
Of which L-5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)	200 mg

Ingredients
Griffonia simplicifolia extract (naturally contains 5-HTP), anti-caking agent (rice fibers), vegetable capsule (pullulan, from fermented starch).

Usage
As a food supplement for adults, take 1 to 2 capsules daily between meals or before bedtime with plenty of water. Note: Do not use in combination with medicines that affect brain metabolism, such as antidepressants and sedatives.

Storage advice
Store dry, sealed, and at room temperature.

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Vitals BV

This product is a food supplement.

Do not exceed recommended dosage.

A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. A food supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet.

Keep out of reach of young children.

Store dry, sealed, and at room temperature, unless otherwise advised on the label.

Consult an expert before using supplements in case of pregnancy, lactation, medication use, and illness.