5-HTP, or 5-Hydroxytryptophan, comes from the essential amino acid, tryptophan, which can be converted into serotonin in the body. It’s not possible to get 5-HTP directly through food, but the seeds of the Griffonia simplicifolia plant are rich in it and the source of 5-HTP in this convenient supplement.
We’ve also added 56mg of magnesium to each tablet, which has a whole range of benefits, from supporting mood, memory, concentration, energy-yielding metabolism and normal mental performance, to reducing tiredness and fatigue. It’s often thought that around an hour before bed is the best time to take 5-HTP supplements. When it comes to 5-HTP dosing, it all depends on why you are using 5-HTP supplements, so it’s important to speak to a specialist or healthcare professional before you begin using 5-HTP.