Description
Serotonin Supplement 200mg or 5-HTP 200mg — Sleep, Mood & Serotonin Support
This formula delivers 200mg of 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) per capsule — the amino acid precursor your body converts into serotonin. Unlike serotonin itself, which cannot cross the blood-brain barrier, 5-HTP is absorbed and converted into serotonin within the central nervous system, making it the effective route for supporting serotonin-related sleep, mood, and appetite regulation. Taken 60 minutes before bed, it’s formulated to support natural sleep onset as serotonin is also a precursor to melatonin.
Halaal certified. Made in South Africa. 30 gelatin-free veggie capsules.
Nutritional Information
| Ingredient | Per Capsule |
|---|---|
| 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) | 200mg |
Daily Dosage: 1 capsule, taken 60 minutes before bedtime.
Key Benefits
- Sleep support — 5-HTP is converted into serotonin, which the body further converts into melatonin; a nighttime dose is designed to work with this natural pathway to support sleep onset and quality
- Mood support — small clinical trials have compared 5-HTP to standard antidepressant medication with comparable benefit and fewer reported side effects, though 5-HTP is not a substitute for prescribed treatment of diagnosed depression
- Fibromyalgia symptom support — early clinical research shows 5-HTP (100mg taken multiple times daily for 30–90 days) may improve pain, tenderness, morning stiffness, sleep, and anxiety in people with fibromyalgia
- Migraine support — evidence is mixed; some clinical trials show meaningful reductions in migraine frequency and severity comparable to conventional prophylactic medication, while others show no significant effect
- Appetite regulation — 5-HTP has been studied for increasing feelings of fullness and reducing food intake, though the clinical studies showing the strongest effect used higher daily doses (600mg+) than this product’s serving size
Why 5-HTP, not serotonin
Serotonin taken orally has no meaningful effect on brain serotonin levels, because the serotonin molecule itself cannot cross the blood-brain barrier. 5-HTP is the precursor your body needs instead — it crosses the blood-brain barrier and is converted into serotonin by an enzyme in the brain, which is why 5-HTP, not serotonin directly, is the ingredient used in supplements targeting sleep, mood, and serotonin-related support.
How to use
Take 1 capsule, 60 minutes before bedtime. Most people take 5-HTP consistently for several weeks before evaluating results, particularly for fibromyalgia or mood-related support, where clinical studies typically ran 30–90 days.
Important safety information
5-HTP increases serotonin activity in the body. Do not take this product if you are using SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, tramadol, triptans, or any other medication that affects serotonin levels, without first consulting your doctor — combining serotonergic substances can lead to serotonin syndrome, a serious condition. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, including depression, fibromyalgia, or migraine. If pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any chronic medication, consult your healthcare provider before use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 5-HTP and how is it different from serotonin?
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is an amino acid your body converts into serotonin. Serotonin itself cannot cross the blood-brain barrier when taken orally, so supplementing with 5-HTP — which does cross into the brain — is the effective way to support the body’s own serotonin production.
Why is it taken 60 minutes before bed?
5-HTP is converted into serotonin, which the body further converts into melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep. Taking it an hour before bed allows time for this conversion process to align with your natural sleep onset.
Can I take this alongside antidepressants?
No, not without medical supervision. Combining 5-HTP with SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, or other serotonergic medications can cause excess serotonin activity (serotonin syndrome), which can be serious. Speak to your doctor before combining 5-HTP with any medication that affects serotonin.
Does this help with migraines?
Evidence is mixed. Some clinical trials found 5-HTP as effective as conventional migraine prophylactic medication, while others found no significant benefit. Individual response varies.
Is this suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. The capsules are gelatin-free veggie capsules.
Is this product Halaal certified?
Yes, it’s Halaal certified.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.