5-HTP acts within the body as a raw material, used by some cells within the body to make the important neurotransmitter Serotonin. Therefore when looking at the benefits of 5-HTP we are in essence looking at the benefits of Serotonin. The properties of 5-HTP are centred around the fact that it is a direct precursor of serotonin. Serotonin is one of around twelve neurotransmitters & is also used by some cells outside the brain. The vast majority of the body’s Serotonin-using neurons are found within the intestinal tract, where Serotonin is used to help regulate peristalsis (waves of contraction that moves food along the digestive tract) & digestion. Benefits of 5-HTP: Depression
- the vast majority of studies on 5-HTP have focused on its use as a natural antidepressant with encouraging results. Insomnia
- Serotonin levels are very important in controlling our normal sleeping pattern & the use of 5-HTP has shown considerable benefits in cases of sleeping disturbances & insomnia. Anxiety
- an emotional state that is related to Serotonin disturbances. Improvements in the symptoms of anxiety, particularly panic attacks, have been noted when 5-HTP is used. Fibromyalgia
- people with fibromyalgia often show low levels of Serotonin in their blood. Appetite control & weight reduction
- overeating & low brain Serotonin levels are linked & studies have shown a reduction in food intake when 5-HTP is used & consequently a reduction in body weight. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- research carried out in the 1980s strongly links Serotonin levels with PMS.





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