Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: 90
Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) (from Griffonia simplicifolia Extract, seed)	100 mg	†
†Daily Value not established.

California Gold Nutrition, 5-HTP, Mood Support, Griffonia Simplicifolia Extract from Switzerland, 100 mg, 90 Veggie Capsules

DESCRIPTION:

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is extracted from the seeds of the Griffonia Simplicifolia plant and is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin. Research has shown that supplementing with 5-HTP may help to support a healthy mood as well as healthy sleep and appetite.*

California Gold Nutrition® 5-HTP is sourced from Switzerland and is manufactured in the USA under strict Quality Control standards.

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SUGGESTED USE:

Take 1 capsule daily, at bedtime, without food. Best when taken as directed by a qualified healthcare professional.

INGREDIENTS:

Main Ingredients
5-HTP (L-5 Hydroxytryptophan) (from Griffonia simplicifolia Extract) (seed)

Other Ingredients
Microcrystalline Cellulose, Modified Cellulose (Hypromellose Veggie Capsule), Rice Extract, and Rice Hulls.

WARNINGS:

Keep out of reach of children. Consult with a physician, pharmacist, naturopath or other qualified healthcare professional prior to taking dietary supplements. 5-HTP should not be used by individuals taking anti-depressant medications such as MAO Inhibitors (MAOIs) or Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors (SSRIs). May cause drowsiness and mild digestive upset.

Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is missing or broken. Store in a cool, dry place. Protect from heat, light, and moisture.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. This information is general in nature and not medical advice. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Supplier ref: California Gold Nutrition 5-HTP Mood Support 100 Mg 90 Veggie Caps Egg-Free,

5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is a compound made in the body from the amino acid tryptophan. Supplements are usually extracted from the seeds of the African plant Griffonia simplicifolia.

In the body, tryptophan is converted to 5-HTP by the enzyme tryptophan hydroxylase, which is the rate-limiting step. 5-HTP is then converted to serotonin by an enzyme called aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase, which needs vitamin B6. Serotonin is a messenger involved in mood, appetite and sleep, and it is also the starting material for melatonin. Unlike serotonin, 5-HTP is absorbed well from the gut and crosses the blood-brain barrier. Because it bypasses the slow first step, it can raise serotonin production more directly than tryptophan can. This is also why it can interact with medicines that act on serotonin (NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health).

• Speak to your health professional about whether this ingredient suits you
• Supports a normal serotonin pathway as part of general wellbeing
• Not available over the counter in Australia, so use only under health professional guidance
• May help support the body's natural sleep-wake cycle when advised by a health professional

Is 5-HTP the same as tryptophan?

No. Tryptophan is an amino acid from food, and 5-HTP is the next step along the pathway to serotonin. 5-HTP skips the slowest step, so it acts more directly.

Can I buy 5-HTP in Australia?

5-HTP is not available over the counter in Australia. Speak to your health professional about your options.

5-HTP is not available over the counter in Australia, so speak to your health professional. It should not be combined with antidepressants or other serotonin-affecting medicines, as this may lead to excess serotonin. Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding.