Tryptophan & 5-HTP

L-tryptophan and 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) are amino acids that the body uses to make both serotonin and melatonin, neurotransmitters that support healthy mood and sound sleep, respectively. Both of these proteins are available as dietary supplements. You can view our section below.

More about Tryptophan and 5-HTP

L-tryptophan is an essential amino acid, which means the body does not produce it, so it must be obtained through diet. Good sources of tryptophan include eggs, cheese, poultry, shrimp, legumes, nuts, seeds, milk and chocolate. If you do not get enough of these foods in your diet, there are dietary supplements as well. Tryptophan works in the body to help produce serotonin, a chemical that maintains healthy mood and sleep, and niacin (vitamin B3), an important nutrient. Tryptophan also supports nitrogen balance in the body.

5-HTP is a nonessential amino acid that you cannot obtain from food. The body makes it from tryptophan, and it is then changed into serotonin. The only way to supplement what your body makes is through dietary supplements. 5-HTP products are made from the seeds of Griffonia simplicifolia, a plant native to Africa.

Benefits of Healthy Serotonin Levels

Healthy mood
Sound sleep
Normal appetite
Healthy libido
Normal energy
Sense of well-being
Normal smooth muscle constriction

Natural Health Co. has dozens of tryptophan and 5-HTP supplements to help support your healthy serotonin levels. To learn more about each of them, click on its product photo above.

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