Pure Encapsulations 5-HTP 100 mg - Brain Health, Sleep Regulation & Appetite Support* - 5-Hydroxytryptophan - Gluten Free & Non-GMO - 60 Capsules

I have been taking these for three months now and I can definitely notice a difference. My mind is much clearer and my memory is better.

I love this miracle pill! I was on Zoloft for 10 years and Lexapro for 8, and never felt as good as now, while being off antidepressants and just taking 50 mg of this drug in the morning!!! I wish someone told me about this supplement 20 years ago! It is worth every penny. I had side effects from Zoloft (severe chest pain around heart,which sent me to urgent care several times, and very emotional, could just start crying about something little), and Lexapro would make me muted to everything, good and bad, unable to focus sometimes, feel confused and forgetful, unable to think sharp at work! On top of other side effects of both drugs, I was still depressed most of the time, and unable to enjoy small things in life. I felt like something is wrong, I felt sick of everything! While being unemployed recently, I slipped into severe depression (while being on Zoloft 100mg, and later switched to Lexapro 20 mg). I didn't get much help from any of the drugs, decided to do my own research and found this supplement. Thanks to other people's good reviews! I've been taking just 50 mg in the morning for 2 weeks and already feel like a different person. I could not tolerate 100mg of it though , it would make me jittery and uncomfortable! I had to cut the capsule in half. I feel so much more energetic and able to tolerate new high stress job now. Before, I had frequent meltdowns (while on 20 mg of Lexapro or 100 mg of Zoloft), and had to take Xanax on top of it to help myself during bad days. I feel happier than ever now, full of energy and positive thoughts, don't feel exhausted after work, and don't take naps on the weekend. I also lost some weight because of that. I advise to start with 50 mg daily and if that doesn't help, slowly increase it. Don't take it with antidepressants, it will cause serotonin syndrome, which could be potentially fatal! I had to stop last antidepressant I was taking (Lexapro 10 mg for a few last days), and took 50 mg of this supplement couple of days later (to ween myself off Lexapro). Weening of Zoloft could be little harder or longer. I hope this supplement helps others as much as it helps me! Good luck!

Pure Encapsulations 5-HTP 100 mg has been a steadfast companion in my pursuit of well-being. Its timely arrival was a welcome relief, particularly in light of recent challenges I've encountered.In response to a disheartening episode related to an Amazon product return, which not only caused stress but also financial hardship, I reinitiated my use of this supplement. Teamed with another, it has provided me with a comforting sense of relief during this trying period.I've consistently recommended Pure Encapsulations to many over time, primarily due to their commitment to producing professional-grade products with unwavering consistency. Having the reassurance that I can rely on their 5-HTP for well-being is a true blessing, especially when navigating difficult circumstances. It's a supplement that I trust unequivocally, particularly in challenging times.

I use it to help me sleep and help my mood

Really calms you down. Even Jim Carry the comedian uses it instead of the prozac, he was on.

Some inexpensive sources for 5-HTP have been reported recently as being unsafe, but I trust and recommend Pure Encapsulations - or at least my functional med MD does, and I trust him. One aspect of this product is that it seems to be completely consistent in its dosage - always the same reaction. Incredibly important when tweaking your neurotransmitters.

I started this at my doctor's recommendation, to help my sleep and stabilize my mood during weight loss efforts. I wasn't sure it was doing much, so I stopped taking it when I ran out, only to immediately discover how much it HAD been doing for me, lol. I highly recommend this to other people now. ;)**Update**I'm halfway through my fifth pregnancy at the moment. I opted to stay on this supplement for the duration because I usually suffer from moderate pre and postpartum depression. It has been *so* helpful. I'd definitely recommend its use for when your ppd isn't severe enough for you to justify the use of prescription meds, but "by golly - you need to do SOMEthing". It's made just enough difference to keep me functional and reasonably close to "my usual self", without messing with anything too drastically.

Helps my mood not a whole lot maybe a 20 percent jump tryptophan is much better because I was low on that I found out 5htp stops working after a couple months