What is 5-Hydroxytryptophan?
5-Hydroxytryptophan is a natural amino acid. As it is a natural metabolite of tryptophan, it can be traced in various foods; however, for its production, it is mainly extracted from the African plant Griffonia Simplicifolia. But due to high demands, it is commonly 5-hydroxytryptophan produced by enzymatic synthesis from tryptophan.
5-Hydroxytryptophan is widely studied for its use in weight loss promotion. As it is a precursor for serotonin, 5-hydroxytryptophan can help to maintain levels of serotonin for those who are trying to lose weight.
Moreover, 5-hydroxytryptophan has been used to treat several mental problems like
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Migraines
- and more.
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