5-HTP Powder Solid Drink

Description

5-HTP (which stands for 5-hydroxytryptophan) is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin. It is made from the amino acid (the “building blocks of proteins”) tryptophan. ­­5-HTP is an amino acid that converts into serotonin inside the body. Serotonin is a chemical that acts as a neurotransmitter in the brain.

Uses

Clinical trials of 5-HTP conducted in various conditions have resulted in limited evidence suggesting a place in therapy for anxiety, depression, and neurological conditions in which a serotonin deficiency is a contributory factor. 5-HTP may also be an effective appetite suppressant, but further clinical trials are needed.

A type of alternative medicine, 5-HTP supplements is purported to help with:

Depression

Anxiety

Insomnia

Fibromyalgia

Migraine

Weight Loss