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5-Hydroxytryptophan

5-Hydroxytryptophan

Thorne
90 CapsulesIn Stock
Stock Number: SA503

$39.00$1.23/day
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Supplement Facts

Serving size: 3-6 · Days supply: 15-30 days
IngredientsAmount
vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5'-phosphate)6.8 mg
5-hydroxytryptophan100.0 mg
Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose capsule, leucine, silicon dioxide

Recommended use

Take 1-2 capsules three times daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.

Days supply

15-30 days

UPC

TH-SA503

Gluten FreeDairy FreeSoy Free
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How it works





5-HTP is a powerful supplement for anyone seeking to support optimal serotonin levels, which are crucial for regulating mood, sleep, and appetite. Low serotonin levels are often associated with poor sleep quality, low mood, and intense sugar cravings, all of which can impact overall well-being. Unlike L-tryptophan, which can be redirected for other bodily functions, 5-HTP directly converts to serotonin, ensuring that more of it is available to support mood stability, restful sleep, and healthier appetite control. This makes 5-HTP a highly efficient choice for boosting serotonin levels naturally and safely.










As a naturally occurring metabolite, 5-HTP is derived from the essential amino acid L-tryptophan and skips the rate-limiting conversion step required for serotonin synthesis. This conversion can be affected by factors like stress, aging, and certain nutrient deficiencies, which might slow down serotonin production. 5-HTP supplements bypass these potential obstacles, allowing for faster serotonin production in the central nervous system. It is also easily absorbed when taken orally, with about 70% entering the bloodstream. Additionally, it does not require a transport molecule, making it effective even when taken with meals.

Thorne’s 5-HTP supplement is designed for maximum serotonin support, containing pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, the active form of vitamin B6. This form of B6 is a cofactor that aids the body in converting 5-HTP to serotonin, further optimizing serotonin production. Extracted from the African Griffonia simplicifolia plant, each batch of Thorne's 5-HTP is rigorously tested for purity and quality, including screening for the contaminant Peak X, ensuring a safe, effective product.

Why Take Thorne’s 5-HTP:


  • Supports optimal serotonin levels for improved mood, restful sleep, and appetite control

  • Efficiently bypasses factors that may limit serotonin production

  • Contains vitamin B6 cofactor for enhanced serotonin conversion

  • Naturally sourced from Griffonia simplicifolia for a safe, pure supplement

  • Thoroughly tested for contaminants, ensuring a high-quality product







Benefits

Why take this product?

  • ✓Promotes restful sleep and stress management by enhancing serotonin levels.
  • ✓Helps reduce sugar cravings through improved serotonin support.
  • ✓Contains pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, the active form of vitamin B6, essential for converting 5-HTP to serotonin.
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IngredientsAmount
vitamin B6 (pyridoxal 5'-phosphate)6.8 mg
5-hydroxytryptophan100.0 mg
Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose capsule, leucine, silicon dioxide
Recommended use

Take 1-2 capsules three times daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.

Serving size

3-6

Days supply

15-30 days

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Soy Free
UPC
TH-SA503

How it works





5-HTP is a powerful supplement for anyone seeking to support optimal serotonin levels, which are crucial for regulating mood, sleep, and appetite. Low serotonin levels are often associated with poor sleep quality, low mood, and intense sugar cravings, all of which can impact overall well-being. Unlike L-tryptophan, which can be redirected for other bodily functions, 5-HTP directly converts to serotonin, ensuring that more of it is available to support mood stability, restful sleep, and healthier appetite control. This makes 5-HTP a highly efficient choice for boosting serotonin levels naturally and safely.










As a naturally occurring metabolite, 5-HTP is derived from the essential amino acid L-tryptophan and skips the rate-limiting conversion step required for serotonin synthesis. This conversion can be affected by factors like stress, aging, and certain nutrient deficiencies, which might slow down serotonin production. 5-HTP supplements bypass these potential obstacles, allowing for faster serotonin production in the central nervous system. It is also easily absorbed when taken orally, with about 70% entering the bloodstream. Additionally, it does not require a transport molecule, making it effective even when taken with meals.

Thorne’s 5-HTP supplement is designed for maximum serotonin support, containing pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, the active form of vitamin B6. This form of B6 is a cofactor that aids the body in converting 5-HTP to serotonin, further optimizing serotonin production. Extracted from the African Griffonia simplicifolia plant, each batch of Thorne's 5-HTP is rigorously tested for purity and quality, including screening for the contaminant Peak X, ensuring a safe, effective product.

Why Take Thorne’s 5-HTP:


  • Supports optimal serotonin levels for improved mood, restful sleep, and appetite control

  • Efficiently bypasses factors that may limit serotonin production

  • Contains vitamin B6 cofactor for enhanced serotonin conversion

  • Naturally sourced from Griffonia simplicifolia for a safe, pure supplement

  • Thoroughly tested for contaminants, ensuring a high-quality product







Why take this product?

  • Promotes restful sleep and stress management by enhancing serotonin levels.
  • Helps reduce sugar cravings through improved serotonin support.
  • Contains pyridoxal 5'-phosphate, the active form of vitamin B6, essential for converting 5-HTP to serotonin.