Description
What is 5 Hydroxy Tryptophan?
5 Hydroxy Tryptophan is the Ghana seed extract pentahydroxytryptophan, an amino acid substance. It can be used as a precursor of serotonin (serotonin, 5-HT) in the human body (and as a precursor of melatonin).
About 5 Hydroxy Tryptophan
At present, most of the world's 5 Hydroxy Tryptophan is extracted from the dry seeds of the Ghana grain Griffonia Simplicifolia in Africa. The Ghana seeds are wild in the West African countries such as Ghana, Ivory Coast and Togo. Ghana seeds are rich in 5-hydroxytryptophan, which is the main plant source for the manufacture of 5-HTP. The raw materials used are from Ghana and other regions in Africa.
Product Details:
Product Name: 5 Hydroxy Tryptophan powder
Specification: 98% 99% 95% 50% 20%
Biogenic origin: China
Solubility: Not Soluble in water
Appearance: White Fine Powder
Usage: Natural Food, healthcares,and cosmetics
Certificate: ISO, Halal, Kosher
Other Name : 5 Hydroxy Tryptophan, 5-htp.
Applications of Griffonia Simplicifolia Extract:
1) Calming Neuro-Nutrient and Mood Enhancer.
2) Regulates brain serotonin levels.
3) Weight loss.
4) Insomnia treatment.
5) Depression treatment.
6) Migraine Headaches and Fibromyalgia.
7) Other benefits:The support of feelings of well-being, calm, serenity, relaxation.
Properties:
Mechanism:
Low serotonin levels are believed to be the reason for many cases of mild to moderate depression which can lead to symptoms like anxiety, apathy, fear, feelings of worthlessness, insomnia and fatigue. 5-HTP enhances the activity of serotonin,a hormone produced by the brain that is involved in mood, sleep and appetite.
Dosage:
5-HTP at dosages averaging 200 mg daily but ranging from 50 to 600 mg per day.For Sleep: 100-600 mg within 1 hour before bedtime with water.For Daytime Calming: 1-2 of the 100 mg every few hours through the day until calming benefits felt.For Migraine Headaches and Fibromyalgia:100 mg of 5-HTP 3 times daily for a month.
Packing and Storage:
Pack in aluminum foil bag and one plastic-bag inside.
Net weight; Store in a well-closed container away from moisture and light.
Shelf Life:2 years if sealed and store away from direct sun light.