Clinical studies indicate that administration of L-5-hydroxyTryptophan(L-5-HTP) enhances synthesis of serotonin in the brain. This special product is a combination of natural L-5-HTP from the Griffonia bean and St. John's wort herb. This combination is itended to provide clinical efficacy by several different mechanisms, in addition, this product is enterically coated to enable the capsules to bypass the enzymes in the stomach which would convert L-5-HTP to serotonin prematurely (before reaching the centeral nervouse system). The Criffonia Simplicifolia Extract in this prodcut is guaranteed to contain minimum of 98% L-5-HTP...

Used for: Depression (bipolar/unipolar), Heart disease, Insomnia, Obesity

Benefits: --Balances mood (specifically in bipolar behavior)

--Cuts time to fall asleep in half without disturbing sleep patterns

--Reduces aggression

--Reduces appetite

--Increases beta-endorphin release

--Creates a more relaxed waking state within 45 minutes

--Increases pain threshold

--Reduces severity of Parkinson's Disease symptoms

--Reduces severity of migraine headache symptoms

Hints: --Take two hours before or after meals

--Take with high carbohydrate (sugar) snack or liquid such as orange juice

--Avoid high protein meals close to taking 5-HTP to allow maximum assimilation

--Supplement Vitamin B3 (niacin) to prevent breakdown of 5-HTP to niacinamide

Description: From natural Griffonia bean extract. With St. John's Wort.

Size: 30 Capsules

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 1-4 capsules daily, preferably in divided doses, with a meal or a glass of water. Store in a cool, dry place.

Serving Size: 1 capsule

Ingredients: Griffonia (Griffonia simplicifolia)(bean extract), (Guaranteed 98% (100mg) L-5 hydroxytryptophan) 102mg St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)(aerial) 210mg

Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule) and magnesium stearate.

CAUTION: Not recommended for use with MAO-inhibiting antidepressant prescriptions. May cause drowsiness, do NOT use while driving or operating heavy equipment. Not intended for use during pregnancy.