{"product_id":"5-htp","title":"5-HTP","description":"\u003cp\u003e5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is a naturally occurring substance and the direct precursor of serotonin, which in turn is needed for the formation of melatonin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerotonin – often referred to as the ‘happiness hormone’ – performs numerous tasks in the body: it influences mood and emotional stability, regulates pain perception, aids digestion and plays a role in eating behaviour, body temperature and circulation. Melatonin, the well-known ‘sleep hormone’, on the other hand, is primarily important for regulating the day-night rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 5-HTP is not found in the daily diet, the body normally produces it from the essential amino acid L-tryptophan. However, a large proportion of the tryptophan ingested is used for other metabolic pathways – such as protein synthesis or kynurenine metabolism – and is therefore not fully available for the formation of serotonin and melatonin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5-HTP offers an advantage here: it is converted directly into serotonin without first being used for other processes. This makes it particularly well suited for specifically supporting the body's own serotonin and melatonin production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5-hydroxytryptophan contained in Allvital 5-HTP is extracted from the seeds of the African black bean (\u003ci\u003eGriffonia simplicifolia\u003c\/i\u003e). It is well absorbed in the intestine and can cross the blood-brain barrier, making it available to the body where it is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: 5-HTP should be taken under medical supervision. Please refer to the sections on side effects and interactions in our blog about 5-HTP.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allvital","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55656441807234,"sku":"0053","price":26.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0404\/9610\/3583\/files\/L1140776-5-htp.jpg?v=1768910297","url":"https:\/\/www.allvital.com\/en\/products\/5htp","provider":"Allvital","version":"1.0","type":"link"}