Nutricost 5-HTP 100mg, 240 Vegetarian Capsules (5-Hydroxytryptophan) - Non-GMO & Gluten Free

I was skeptical at first if 5-HTP would really do anything for me, especially with the limited research and study data out there and how little information there is on long term side effects, however i decided on a whim to just buy it and give it a shot and i'm so happy I did. Ever since I started taking 5-htp, i've been much happier or its been easier to let myself be happy and less irritable, I often notice that as a result of this ive been keeping good posture while walking places as a result of my good mood, and that I feel like i've been walking with meaning. Personally I take 1 100 mg pill in the morning, with liquid, after eating as a common use of 5-HTP along side helping with sleep and lessening anxiety, is that of reducing appetite and since I am slender enough as is, i make sure to eat before taking the pill, plus generally it's better to take meds/supplements not on an empty stomach, then another 100 mg pill later in the afternoon if I feel like I need it to ride me through the rest of the day. Its not really possible to tell if its wonderful effect on me is due to it effectively converting to serotonin in my body and making me feel great or placebo or a combination of them both, but it doesn't really matter if at the end of the day its still providing the same positive effect on me. I do, however, want to say that if you want to start taking this because something happened in your life or you've been hit with a wave of "badness" or whatever, please keep in mind you're still directly playing with your bio-chemistry, neuro-chemistry, and neurotransmitters which obviously one small little mistake could make your body essentially kill itself. So while there is limited research, If you're on any other medication, esspecially those that also effect your neuro-chemistry (dopamine, oxytocin or some other serotonin related medicine such as stimulants or anti-depressants) or heart related medication, please be safe and find out as much information as you can and if needed consult your doctor and if you decide to take it, dont go in on a full dose, start with opening the capsules and throwing out most of the powder and taking only like 30mg or so to watch out for any side effects and that way if anything bad happens, it won't be nearly as severe as if you were to take a whole dose. Overall 10/10 experience personally, and this company seems to be pretty good, just be safe and do your research.

5-HTP has done wonders for my sleep! I was only getting 5-6 hours of sleep before - now I’m getting at least 7 every single night since I started taking this. I take one about an hour before I want to go to sleep and it makes me tired in ~45 minutes. Works like a charm!

I’ve been pleased with the quality and value of this Nutricost 5-HTP supplement. The capsules are easy to take, and having 240 capsules in one bottle makes it a convenient option that lasts a long time. The packaging is simple, the capsules are easy to store, and I appreciate that they are vegetarian capsules. The product arrived well packaged and appears to be made with good attention to quality. Overall, this is a great value for anyone who already uses 5-HTP as part of their supplement routine and is looking for a large supply from a reputable brand. I would purchase this product again.

So after my surgery I have been a nervous, anxious wreck and then very depressed as of late. So bad that I was thinking of asking for medication from my doctor, which I simply refuse to take drugs. I did LOTS of reseach and found 5HTP. So, as a final resort I decided to try this AND L-Theanine. I take one of each in the morning and around dinner time/before bed. Take this on a empty stomach as per the directions. I am not sure if it is a placebo effect or what, but Ive been taking LTheanine for about 2 weeks before adding this 5HTP and so far I feel better. My mood has improved greatly. I dont feel so much like a dead empty zombie and I feel less anxious. I can think a bit clearer and not so many crazy worrying thoughts buzzing around my head keeping me up at night. I am not 100% but when I feel like I am about to slip into a panic or soul sucking hole (if you suffer anxiety/depression then you get it) I can snap out of it faster or push it away and avoid the downward spiral completely. A lot of it I find requires mental training to distract yourself from when youre about to sink and try to avoid thinking about past occurences that might trigger it. Put on music. Play with your dogs. Just do something to distract yourself and also think of something else that makes yiu happy. I think with the "mind over matter" way of thinking has helped along with adding these supplements- they work together. I will update as time goes on but I am so happy this seems to be helping me from falling.

It did help my sleep - 1 capsule at bedtime - for 2 nights. On the 3rd night, I took the cap but something came up and I didn't go to bed. About 3 hours later, I had a glass of wine and then fell asleep. I woke up about 3 hours later with severe leg cramps in both legs, got up to get some water and magnesium, and then BLACKED OUT and my husband yelling at me didn't wake me up. He finally roused me by physically jostling and moving me around. Turns out that 5-HTP + alcohol can trigger SEROTONIN SYNDROME which is basically too much serotonin and it can cause severe side effects and can even be fatal!!! The thought did enter my head but it had been 3 hours so I thought it was ok, plus there was No warning on the label. Even 3 hours was Not enough! Look it up. Search for '5-HTP ok to take with alcohol' and you'll find medical websites saying that, although it hasn't been 'proven' by studies, there've been LOTS of reports of people blacking out, having seizures, leg cramps, and even dying because they took it with alcohol. The same can happen with other OTC nutriceuticals, illicit drugs like cocaine, etc. I am NOT saying this product isn't good. As you can see, I gave it 5 stars because it works. But I now have a healthy respect for its potency. Manufacturers should LABEL it 'Do Not take with alcohol' but they won't do that until the FDA states conclusively that there's a connection. In the meantime, I'd be careful with ANY supplement intended to help with sleep. Never mix them and never with alcohol, even a few hours apart. I was lucky.

I have been taking 5HTP for over 20 years. Not all brands are created equal. For the price, this is a quality product. Not all brands come in different milligram options. This one does. Highly recommend.

I’ve struggled with anxiety and panic attacks for awhile, to the point where I’ve made several trips to the ER thinking I was having a heart attack. It’s been overwhelming and scary to deal with. Since starting Nutricost 5-HTP, I’ve noticed a significant difference. These have truly been a game changer for me. The tightness I used to feel on my left side is no longer there, and I feel much more relaxed overall. They’ve helped take the edge off my anxiety and made day-to-day life feel more manageable. Everyone’s experience may be different, but for me, this has been a huge help. I’m very grateful I found this product.

I’m not going to lie I do believe in the product itself…it’s helped me decently deal with general anxiety and stress and depression. As far as the brand what can I say 🤷‍♂️ the video says it all folks I don’t intend ever to leave bad reviews and I don’t believe in bashing companies… this stuff has literally helped me a lot this brand and 5-HTP in general but quality control is not there for Nutricost.

Me encanta! Me relaja y ayuda a descansar sin darte sueño. Lo puedes usar en el día para bajar la ansiedad y no te da flojera. Muy bueno!!

I have found 5htp to really help stabilise moods as I've got older. Have been taking it for over a year, now reducing the dose to ease off it and this is such good value compared to previous brand. I don't understand why we can't get it freely 8n Australia so, thank you, Amazon for importing this for me.

It doesn’t do anything to me so I have stopped using it and will not buy it again.

Inicie tomando una capsula por las tardes y ahorita quedo ajustada la dosis a una capsula cada 12 horas, hay que darle tiempo, no esperen qué con la primera toma ya se vean resultados.

Estas capsilas fueron recomendaciones dadas por mi doctor a mi mama y le han servido.muy bien sobre todo para estabilizar ciclos y deficiencias de esos minerales