Now 5-HTP - 100 mg 120 capsules

NOW 5-HTP 100 mg 120 Capsules 5-HTP is the predecessor of serotonin. It has been known to improve moods, decrease anxiety and is also a great dietary aid. 5-HTP is an amino acid that is a direct forbearer to serotonin, which is an important neurotransmitter that alleviates pain and helps you to relax. It has also been shown that it improves moods, decreases anxiety levels and is also a great dietary supplement. 5-HTP and Carb Cravings Researchers have found that not having an adequate amount of serotonin in your body is partially responsible for one’s desire to overeat. So, it is not surprising that people who are obese often have low serotonin levels. Taking a 5-HTP supplement about 30 minutes before eating helps to suppress cravings, as well as, hunger pangs. It does this by feeding the brain’s carbohydrate satiety center, which is why 5-HTP an amazing asset when used as part of a weight loss plan. 5-HTP and Addiction Using addictive substances, such as tobacco, alcohol, caffeine and certain narcotics, causes an elevation in the body’s serotonin levels. When you eliminate these substances, your serotonin level drastically drops. By taking 5-HTp, you can stabilize your serotonin levels, therefore, minimizing any symptoms of withdrawal 5-HTP and PMS Women who suffer from PMS have reposted that serotonin helps to provide pain relief, decreases their irritability and causes them to have less mood swings. This is because the supplement balances out the hormone-induced drop in serotonin levels that occurs during menstruation. 5-HTP and Sleep Serotonin has been known to have a calming effect. This is why many people rely on it to help alleviate stress-attacks and to assist in getting a restful night’s sleep, without the side effects, such as disturbed sleep schedules and grogginess, that often occur with the use of sedatives. When taken regularly, about an hour or so before bed, it can help to cure insomnia Other conditions with low serotonin levels helped by 5-HTP: • Depression • Obesity • Carbohydrate craving • Bulimia • Insomnia • Narcolepsy • Sleep apnea • Migraines • Tension headaches • Chronic headaches • PMS • Fibromyalgia Note: Now Foods only uses Pharmaceutical Level 5-HTP that was manufactured by Axel Chemicals (Nuova-Linnea) in Switzerland. Absolutely the best value in the world!