Formulated from three key ingredients that work synergistically to promote restful sleep and healthy mood.
CanPrev’s 5-HTP 100 is formulated from three key ingredients that work synergistically to promote restful sleep and healthy mood. 5-HTP 100 also works to help relieve symptoms of fibromyalgia (pain, morning stiffness and fatigue) and reduce the severity and duration of migraine and tension headaches when taken as a preventative.
5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is a compound made in the body from the amino acid, tryptophan, that you get from eating protein-rich foods. Once in the 5-HTP state, it goes on to form serotonin, the neurotransmitter that helps regulate mood and behaviour, and then is further metabolized into melatonin. Yes, you can depend on tryptophan as a precursor to the development of serotonin, (think protein-rich hot chocolate before bed) but research has shown 5-HTP to be much more efficient at delivering the feel-good hormone to the brain.
CanPrev’s 5-HTP 100 is sourced from the African plant Griffonia simplicifolia and enhanced with Vitamin B6 and Magnesium which are important cofactors to help the body convert and utilize 5-HTP.
Each capsule: |
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5-Hydroxy-L-tryptophan (Griffonia simplicifolia) seed |
100 mg |
Magnesium (magnesium bisglycinate) |
60 mg |
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal-5-phosphate) |
33.3 mg |
Vegetable-grade magnesium stearate, vegetable capsule, microcrystalline cellulose.
As with any natural health product, you should consult a healthcare practitioner on the use of this product, especially if you are taking medication including carbidopa or drugs/supplements with serotonergic activity. These may include, but are not limited to, L-tryptophan, S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), St. John's wort, antidepressants, painkillers, anti-nausea and anti-migraine medications, and over-the-counter cough and cold medications containing dextromethorphan. Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen or if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 3 weeks. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you show signs of weakness, oral ulcers, skin changes or abdominal pain accompanied by severe muscle pain. Do not use if seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children. Known Adverse Reactions: Diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain or drowsiness may occur. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness. Contraindications: Do not use if you have scleroderma.
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