5-htp

5-HTP, also known as oxitriptan, is a naturally occurring amino acid and chemical precursor as well as a metabolic intermediate in the biosynthesis of the neurotransmitter serotonin.

5-Hydroxytryptophan is a chemical by-product of the protein building block L-tryptophan. It is also produced commercially from the seeds of an African plant known as Griffonia simplicifolia 5-HTP is used for sleep disorders such as insomnia, depression, anxiety, migraine and tension-type headaches, fibromyalgia, obesity, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), seizure disorder, and Parkinson’s disease..

How does it work?

5-Hydroxytryptophan works in the brain and central nervous system by increasing the production of the chemical serotonin. Serotonin can affect sleep, appetite, temperature, sexual behavior, and pain sensation. Since 5-HTP increases the synthesis of serotonin, it is used for several diseases where serotonin is believed to play an important role including depression, insomnia, obesity, and many other conditions.

Possible uses:

Alcoholism.

Alzheimer’s disease.

Anxiety.

Nervous system disorder (Cerebellar ataxia).

Fibromyalgia.

Menopausal symptoms.

Obesity. Early research suggests that taking 5-HTP might help reduce appetite, caloric intake, and weight in obese people.

Parkinson’s disease.

Schizophrenia.

Tension headache.

Heroin withdrawal symptoms.