NOW Foods Supplements, 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) 100 mg, Neurotransmitter Support*, 90 Chewables

I’m always weary about supplements in general because they can make all sorts of claims and aren’t FDA-approved. But I’ve been quite seriously depressed after a breakup and gave this a chance… I’m incredibly glad I did.I only take one daily in the morning (recommended dose is 2/day) and I noticed a difference within just a few days. I’ve been more optimistic and happier overall. I really couldn’t be more grateful for this stuff because when I tried Prozac years ago, it just made me apathetic.Of course, take all of these reviews with a grain of salt because everyone’s brain chemistry is different.That being said, if you want the best chance at this working for you… the study which proved 5-HTP to be about as effective as prescription SSRI’s had its subjects take it 2x/day and alongside creatine. Definitely consider buying that too if you’re using this for depression.And I know it’s a tired disclaimer but seriously talk to your doctor if you take any other medications. 5-HTP isn’t as reactive as St John’s Wort, but it can still contribute to serotonin toxicity syndrome with other meds.Anyway. It tastes alright too, the citrus comes through with a slightly bitter aftertaste. And it’s chalky of course but it’s fine after a sip of water.

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I got these for my 9-year-old daughter. She is typically very sweet, but has always had horrible moodiness when there was any sort of change or she didn't get her way. Her moodiness was getting extreme and affecting her relationship with our family. After reading a book talking about the benefits of 5 HTP in regards to anxiety and frustration, I decided to give it a try. I give this pill as well as 1mg of melatonin to my daughter in the evening, and it has been a life changer. The last month has been completely different, and I really can't attribute it to anything else other than these pills.

It's hard to say because I started taking this maybe 2 weeks ago & have missed a day or 2 here & there. I also was taking DLPA which I ran out of a few days ago as well as Ashwagandha that I have been taking say a solid 6 weeks pretry much daily unless I forget. So it's hard to say but my energy, outlook, mood has been better & I have been under a lot of stress. I do not seem to dwell on negative things as much as I was a month ago or let things bother the heck out of me.Could be a combo of things thou who knows. Only negative for me is it does not aid me in falling asleep which was one of my main goals. It actually has the reverse effect on me. So I now take only a 1/2 spread out 2-3xs per day, not 1 hour before bedtime like the directions state.It really seems to just give me normal basic energy, not like a crazy form of energy but like a calm subtle energy. I will probably only use it say 3-4xs per week during the day & see how it goes.Let's face it every person is different & while you may have crazy awesome results like others, you may also feel like you wasted a few dollars. I personally feel it's worth a try because if it does help then it's well worth it.Trial & Error I think is the key here! I would say buy a bottle & try it over the weekend as directed per the bottle & see how you react if at all. I also take Ashawanda for the multiple benefits & that too is hard to tell just how well it's working or not. That was my very first supplement that I tried. Seems like Ashwagandha could or does just mellow me out as needed without any side effects or sleep issues. Maybe aome calm energy as well...I think I will continue to try this 5htp (3/4xs per week) while using the DLPA & Ashwagandha daily. Ashwagandha is well regarded even if you don't directly see / feel the benefits it's probably working. Especially if it's a high quality Ashwagandha.Realistically unless you need immediate (like asap) results it would probably be best to try each supplement out one at a time & keep a daily log on just how you feel & any side effects whether pluses or negatives.TRY DIFFERENT SUPPLEMENTS OR DIWTA UNTIL YOU FIND WHAT WORKS FOR YOU! IT COULD TAKE SOME TIME & TRIAL & ERROR! Take reviews with a grain of salt were all different. Some have allergies, some work night shifts, you just never know what's going to help you specifically.But I would recommend giving this a try & doing some research. It could help for depression especially if you benefit from more energy, get better rest (like many) & feel better about yourself. IMHO I would rather try this or other so called more natural supplements than a pharmaceutical unless I was truly depressed & was concerned it was going to end anytime soon.Best Wishes(Be Grateful For What You Have, Someone's Always Much More Worse Off - Unfortunately)

Thank you so much for sleep, really really really good sleep!My head doesn't turn off at night, so I started taking Neuro Sleep, which worked really well, but it is expensive. So I picked this up, read how to use it and started taking one, one hour before I would normally go to bed. Take it when you are relaxing and don't need to get up and do anything, I watch some TV or read, it works pretty well at helping me turn off.If it doesn't work well for you, try the 5htp with melatonin.

Really helps Charlie horses in the legs .Glad I found this product!Buy it all the time when needed.

I bought this bottle of chewable 5-HTP and normally take a tablet in the morning and evening in conjunction with Ashwagandha. I can't swallow pills-- that's the only reason I bought the chewable version. Do yourself a favor, if you can swallow pills with ease, get a tablet or veg capsule. The taste is absolutely awful. Additionally, due to my having read many comments about 5-HTP, I've always been very careful to take it with food and never on an empty stomach. I once did, however, absentmindedly take one of these in the morning before I had breakfast, and good god was I reeling in pain. It was awful. Only after drinking a glass of water did I mercifully throw up and feel better. In short, I don't know if it was the 5-HTP that made me feel so awful or the formulation of the tablets, but I will not be buying this product again. I believe in 5-HTP and know it helps, but I'm going to go with another brand that doesn't make me gag.

Really useful with helping regulate my mood