5-HTP...anyone used it?

[sundevil04]

I'm looking for personal experiences with 5-HTP. I'm thinking of using it for a long term mood pick me up...thoughts?

 

[velvett]

Yes, it's subtle but I do feel it works however I do also believe brands do vary.
I like Solgars:
http://www.solgar.co.uk/modules/catbuild/files/5Hydroxytryptophan5HTP90VegetableCapsuleE1453.htm

 

[beefybull]

I've used it and recommend it to friends. Wal-mart sells 50mg capsules.
Walgreens often has BOGO deals on the same brand, but they sell the 100mg capsules.
I take 100mg in the morning, 100mg before bed. Unlike L-Tryptophan, it doesnt make you drowsy.
The effects are subtle but noticeable, its a great supplement.

 

[beefybull]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/5-HTP

 

[DJLegacy2k1]

Ive used it...after certain activities that drain serotonin....I am a DJ...

-Legacy

 

[needtogetaas]

In a sleep aid it works very well.

 

[EatStudyLiftParty]

I have a bottle of it in a drawer next to my bed and take it to help me sleep when I feel stressed. I used to take St. John's Wort and def. think that you might find its effects a little more noticeable, as well as taking plain old vitamin D (2-4k IU during winter months).

 

[beefybull]

I never felt like 5-HTP made me drowsy at all. Does it really make you guys drowsy?
L-Tryptophan is supposed to make you drowsy, but I've never tried it by itself.
i want to take it in gram quantities and just havent found a cheap source yet.