- Gluten Free
- Non-GMO
- Vegetarian/vegan
Doctor's Best 5-HTP provides support for sleep, mood, anxiety and stress. 5-HTP aids serotonin production. Serotonin is the chemical neurotransmitter produced in the brain that helps regulate sleep, body temperature, mood and appetite.* Synthesis of serotonin in the brain requires an adequate supply of either tryptophan or 5-HTP as precursors in the central nervous system.* Not only is 5-HTP associated with better sleep and improved mental well-being, but it can also assist with appetite maintenance.* Recent research shows a meaningful connection between serotonin and appetite.* With 95% of serotonin found in the GI tract, 5-HTP shows potential in assisting with healthy weight stabilization*