BioGenesis Nutraceuticals 5 HTP 120 Capsules

5 HTP NUTRITIONALLY SUPPLIES THE IMMEDIATE METABOLIC PRECURSOR TO SEROTONIN

Dietary supplementation may enhance levels of: Serotonin, Melatonin, Catecholamines, Endorphins

• May positively enhance mood
• May enhance the sleep cycle
• May reduce discomfort in patients with chronic pain
• May regulate feeding patterns and have positive bariatric (weight management) effects

5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is the immediate precursor in the biosynthesis of the neurotransmitter 5-hydroxytryptamine (5 HT or serotonin). 5-HT is synthesized from the amino acid L-tryptophan. 5-HTP has replaced the use ofL-tryptophan in the United States. In 1989, patients taking L-tryptophandeveloped a negative and debilitating reaction called eosinophilia-myalgiasyndrome. Upon further study, it was determined that the culprit was not theL-tryptophan. It was actually a bacterial contaminant in the formula.L-tryptophan products associated with the syndrome were found to come fromgenetically modified bacterial recombinant production methods. Even though L-tryptophan was proven safe, it never recovered from this incident. 5-HTP wascreated to fill the gap created by the removal of L-tryptophan in themarketplace.

Small amounts of 5-HTP, as well as serotonin, are found in bananas,tomatoes, plums, avocados, eggplant, walnuts and pineapples. A commoncommercial source of 5-HTP is Griffonia simplicifolia, a relative to carob.5-HTP’s possible pain reduction benefit comes from its conversion toserotonin and to the observed effect of raising beta-endorphin and plateletmet-enkephalin levels.

Serum leptin levels increased following 5-HTP injection in mice. This mayexplain 5-HTP’s beneficial effect on weight management. Additionally,5-HTP has been shown to reduce carbohydrate intake.

Contraindications:

• Patients on MAOIs (approved 2 weeks after discontinuation)
• Patients with carcinoid tumors
• Should not be used concurrently with medications such as SSRIs, tricyclic antidepressants, MAOIs.
• Should not be used concurrently with serotonin 5-HT1 receptor agonists including Naratriptan, Sumatriptan, and Zolmitriptan.
• Patients with ischemic heart disease (Hx of myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, documented silent ischemia)
• Patients with Hx of coronary artery spasm
• Uncontrolled hypertension
• Pregnant women and nursing mothers

Side effects: Due to excessive serotonin production side effects couldinclude nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite, vomiting, difficult breathing,dilation of pupils, exaggerated reflexes, loss of muscle coordination, blurringof vision and cardiac dysrhythmias.

Note: Carbidopa may increase 5-HTP transport across the blood brain barrierdue to decreased peripheral 5-HTP metabolism. Methyldopa inhibits conversion of5-HTP to serotonin.

Cost Per Serving: $0.37
Additional notes: Keep tightly capped and store in a cool, dry place.
Brand: BioGenesis Nutraceuticals
SKU: BIO001
Delivery type: Vegetarian Capsule
Contraindications: Consult your physician before use
MPN: 201
Made In: USA
Serving size: 1 capsule
Servings per container: 120

Supplement Facts:

Ingredients
5-Hydroxy-L-Tryptophan

Other Ingredients
Rice flour, Cellulose capsule, silica.

Suggested Use
As a dietary supplement take 1-2 capsules twice a day between meals, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Warnings
Keep out of reach of children.

Hypoallergenic: No
Does not contain: Casein, Corn, Dairy, Egg, Fish, Gluten, Peanuts, Shellfish, Soy, Tree Nuts, Wheat

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