5-HTP Plus from EcogeneticsN, contains a synergistic combination of 5-HTP, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients designed to support mood and the feeling of well-being.
5-HTP Plus, can be a nutritional supplement for individuals who wish to support mental function and increase serotonin levels in the brain. Serotonin, an important brain neurotransmitter, is essential in regulating appetite, mood and melatonin production. The presence of serotonin in the brain is associated with the state of emotional balance. This is achieved, in part, by decreasing the activity of certain excitatory hormones, including dopamine and norepinephrine. Serotonin also acts as a signal of satiety in the brain, and additionally, as a precursor to melatonin, which is involved in regulating sleep patterns.
5-HTP is a natural derivative, from the seeds of the Griffonia plant, it is able to cross the blood-brain barrier, without competition for absorption. It is significantly more effective than tryptophan, with a 50 mg capsule of 5-HTP being approximately equivalent to 500 mg of tryptophan.
This formula is also an excellent supplement in weight maintenance.