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Summary: 5-HTP is the precursor for serotonin. Serotonin is a brain chemical associated with sleep, mood, movement, feeding, and nervousness. 5-HTP has been suggested as a treatment for many conditions. There is some research to support the use of 5-HTP in treating cerebellar ataxia, headache, depression, psychiatric disorders, and fibromyalgia and as an appetite suppressant or weight-loss agent. There is not enough scientific evidence to support the use of 5-HTP for any other medical condition.Scientific Evidence:Uses These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. Read more
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rVita Treatment Chart for 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) |
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Migraine |
Strong Evidence |
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Highly Recommend |
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Depression |
Good Evidence |
10 |
Recommend |
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Obesity |
Good Evidence |
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Recommend |
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Stress |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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Insomnia |
Unclear or Conflicting Evidence |
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5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) News and Blogs |
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Chain Restaurants, Calorie Count and NYC
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| health.usnews.com - July 22, 2008 |
| Chain restaurants such as Burger King, McDonalds, and others have started posting new menu boards which included calorie count. This was previously available only online and on tray liners. |
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5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) Latest Reviews |
5-HTP cured my anxiety attacks, insomnia, and improved my concentration and memory. |
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May 10, 2008 |
| by: GUSSIE |
For me 5-HTP worked better than Valerian and St. John's Wort to relieve depression. |
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June 17, 2008 |
| by: VIRGINA |
I take 5-HTP with 200 mg L-Ter for my depression and find that it works very well. There are side effects however as I have noticed that my period comes more frequently and my hand have become itchy. |
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June 18, 2008 |
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