AOR 5-HTP 50mg 90 Veggie Caps
5-HTP
LOW & HIGH-DOSE 5-HTP
- Gluten Free
- Vegan
- Non GMO
- A precursor to serotonin
- Supports healthy mood balance and sleep patterns
- Helps alleviate migraines and fibromyalgia
- Flexible dosing options for varying needs
5-HTP is primarily used to support mood through its ability to boost serotonin levels. It has been compared to various tricyclic antidepressants, and has been found to be as effective with fewer side effects and quicker effectiveness. Since serotonin and melatonin are involved in regulating the sleep/wake cycle, 5-HTP also enhances sleep quality. Additionally, research supports a role for 5-HTP in reducing migraines and the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Studies in Spain and Italy found that 5-HTP was comparable to the drug methysergide in alleviating the symptoms of migraines (over 70% in both groups) while eliciting considerably fewer side effects. Fibromyalgia patients have been found to have low serotonin levels and have shown symptomatic improvement with the use of tricyclic and SSRI antidepressants. Several clinical trials have confirmed significant improvements in symptoms, including pain, morning stiffness, nervousness, and fatigue.
Ultimately, those who suffer with mood imbalances such as low mood and anxiety, or from migraines, fibromyalgia or sleep disorders may benefit from taking AOR Tryfonia. AOR also offers Tryfonia Max, which is twice the strength of regular Tryfonia.
BACKGROUND
5-Hydroxytryptophan- The Immediate Serotonin Precursor
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), a metabolite of tryptophan, is derived from the seed of Griffonia simplicifolia, a small shrub tree that grows off the Ivory Coast and Ghana. 5-HTP is then processed in France. 5-HTP can also be made synthetically in a laboratory. Natural 5-HTP is devoid of any “peak x” contaminants.
It is well-established that one of the basic physiological causes of depression is low serotonin levels. Low serotonin levels may also be associated with conditions other than depression, including anxiety, insomnia, aggressiveness, migraine headaches, fibromyalgia, and some obsessive-compulsive and appetite disorders.
Unfortunately, serotonin taken as a supplement cannot penetrate the blood-brain barrier (BBB). However, naturally derived 5HTP, a serotonin precursor, is well absorbed orally (70%) and penetrates the BBB, where it is converted into serotonin. Food does not interfere with its absorption.
GUARANTEES
AOR™ guarantees that all ingredients have been declared on the label. Contains no wheat, gluten, corn, nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, sulphites, mustard, soy, dairy, eggs, fish, shellfish or any animal byproduct.