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Promotes Balanced Serotonin Levels - 50mg Potency! - Natural Source from Griffonia Seeds! - No Fermentation
Contains an extract derived from the seeds, standardized to contain 10% (50mg) 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP). 5-HTP is a precursor of serotonin, a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system known to regulate mood, appetite and sleep. Serotonin also stimulates platelet aggregation and regulate, smooth muscle function in the cardiovascular and gastrointestinal systems.
Clinical studies have shown that 5-HTP supplementation helps to positively improve mood/depression by helping normalize serotonin levels in the brain. Other benefits of 5-HTP supplementation includes improved sleep patterns and reduction in symptoms associated with obsessive/compulsive behavior, anxiety, PMS and migraines. 5-HTP supplementation also reduces appetite in overweight individuals with an overeating disorder.
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Anonymous - May 5, 2006, 06:00
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In conjunction with prescribed anti-depressants, is there any conflict?
ZooScape Moderator - May 10, 2006, 11:09
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Individuals taking an MAO antidepressant drug or having a medical condition should consult a physician prior to using 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan). It is definitely suggested that you speak with your physician regarding any possible conlfict. He or she will have the most knowledge regarding your personal medical history and will be able to make the best decision concering your optimal health!
* Griffonia simplicifolia is an African plant which is extracted to produce 5-HTP the intermediate metabolite between the amino acid L-tryptophan and serotonin.
This product contains no Artificial Preservatives, Color, Milk, Soya, Corn, Wheat or Yeast.
Cautions
Use only as directed.
May cause drowsiness.
Not recommended for pregnant or lactating women.
Individuals taking an MAO antidepressant drug or having a medical condition should consult a physician prior to use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Additional Information
NOW Foods is proud to announce the receipt of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) certification from the National Nutritional Foods Association (NNFA). The NNFA GMP Certification Program is designed to verify compliance of member suppliers of dietary supplements with a standardized set of good manufacturing practices (GMPs) developed by NNFA. This program is based upon third party inspections of member suppliers and comprehensive audits of their GMP programs in the areas of Personnel, Plant and Grounds, Sanitation, Equipment, Quality Operations, Production and Process Controls, Warehouse, Distribution, and Post-Distribution Practices. This program ensures that all elements of the manufacturing process are reviewed to provide reasonable assurance that processes are sufficiently controlled so that products meet their purported quality.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
