Nutricost 5-HTP 200mg, 120 Vegetarian Capsules (5-Hydroxytryptophan)

Edit: TLDR: eat a few crackers or a couple candies before taking 5-HTP, and nothing else I have learned more about the biochemistry of 5-HTP, and exactly what you eat with it makes a huge difference. An empty stomach will cause nausea as most of the 5-HTP is absorbed quickly and converted into serotonin near the gut. A protein rich snack will block absorption of 5-HTP, as the other amino acids compete for absorption via the LAT1 transport. A carb rich snack will not compete for absorption in the gut, will reduce the nausea, and the increased insulin will suppress other amino acids in the blood, leading to preferential transport of 5-HTP across the blood brain barrier, leading to much more pronounced effects on mood and focus. I think the inconsistent effects I mentioned in the original review was from me switching to a higher protein breakfast, as opposed to the relatively sugary trail mix I had before. --- original review: The quality is inconsistent. I got a bottle that had zero effect (ordered October 2024), but the lack of effect made it INCREDIBLY clear how much it had been working before then. So, when it works, it gives me a buzzy energry that lasts throughout the day. It has completely changed my productivity at work, and literally carried me to employee of the month. The nausea is important to address. DO NOT take this on an empty stomach. You will feel absolutely terrible, and unable to do anything for a couple hours. That being said, it works best if you have very little in your stomach. If I eat just a handful of trail mix or something, it will come on strong, and last for hours without making me sick. Hopefully the next bottle is full strength again. I assume the heat in a warehouse or delivery truck deactivated it.

I use 5-Htp to help me sleep. I noticed the dosage of these tablets was higher than other tablets I used before. That being said, I took a capsule last night and had a great night of sleep, absolutely no side effects.

I love this stuff - it really works to brighten my mood and calm me down!!

Just tried it an hour ago and I'm feeling pretty nauseas, a little dizzy and a slight panick attack (Maybe I'm assuming the worst because of the nausea). Before that i was feeling good, I wasn't overthinking and felt kind of normal. Happy? Maybe. Content definitely. Forgot i even took it. It's not a weird feeling or buzz & definitely not a burst of energy/happiness. Just felt like i was a having a good day.

Makes me sleep like a baby

Definitely can tell the difference

Works really well . Easy to swallow

Anyone with weak stomach or gastric issues this is a big NO NO. I tried this for the first time last night. After consuming it, about 1.5 hrs later I experienced server stomach cramps and pain so extreme that I was shaking. It went on for a very long time until at some point I must have fainted / knocked out as the last thing I remembered was uncontrollable pain. I’ve had stomach pains associated with gallbladder stones and the two pain levels could not compare. This was so severe that I lost consciousness. I woke up feeling nauseous and definitely glad to have woken up. Stomach still feels fragile, can’t consume anything as it keeps coming back up.

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Muy buenas! Es la tercera vez que las compro

Price is fair and quality is good.

Amazing product and good value

As advertised. Good for sleep and calming nervous system.