[Latin Name] Griffonia simplicifolia

[Plant Source] Griffonia Seed

[Specifications] 98%; 99% HPLC

[Appearance] White fine powder

Plant Part Used: Seed

[Particle size] 80 Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Pesticide residue] EC396-2005, USP 34, EP 8.0, FDA

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

[What is 5-HTP]

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a chemical by-product of the protein building block L-tryptophan. It is also produced commercially from the seeds of an African plant known as Griffonia simplicifolia 5-HTP is used for sleep disorders such as insomnia, depression, anxiety, migraine and tension-type headaches, fibromyalgia, obesity, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), seizure disorder, and Parkinson’s disease.

 [How does it work?]

5-HTP works in the brain and central nervous system by increasing the production of the chemical serotonin. Serotonin can affect sleep, appetite, temperature, sexual behavior, and pain sensation. Since 5-HTP increases the synthesis of serotonin, it is used for several diseases where serotonin is believed to play an important role including depression, insomnia, obesity, and many other conditions.

[Function]

Depression. Some clinical research shows that taking 5-HTP by mouth improve symptoms of depression in some people. Some clinical research shows that taking 5-HTP by mouth might be as beneficial as certain prescription antidepressant drugs for improving depression symptoms. In most studies, 150-800 mg daily of 5-HTP was taken. In some cases, higher doses have been used.

Down syndrome. Some research shows that giving 5-HTP to infants with Down syndrome might improve muscle and activity. Other research shows that it does not improve muscle or development when taken from infancy until 3-4 years of age. Research also shows that taking 5-HTP along with conventional prescription drugs does improve development, social skills, or language skills.

Anxiety 5-HTP was found to be protective against carbon dioxide-induced panic attacks. One study compared 5-HTP and the prescription medication clomipramine for anxiety. Clomipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant used for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder. 5-HTP was found to be somewhat effective in reducing anxiety symptoms, but not as effective as clomipramine.

Sleep 5-HTP supplements fared a little better for insomnia.5-HTP decreased the time required to get to sleep and decreased the number of nighttime awakenings. Taking 5-HTP along with GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a relaxing neurotransmitter, reduced the time it took to fall asleep and increased the duration and quality of sleep. One study found that children with night terrors benefited from 5-HTP.

Here’s how to make hazelnut milk without having to shell the nuts first:

1. Put the hazelnuts into a sturdy, high-sided vessel such as a cast iron pot, or a bucket. Pound them with a piece of wood or a large rock until they are thoroughly smashed.

2. Measure the crushed hazelnuts and put them into a pot, adding 3 parts water for every one part combined hazelnut shells and nutmeats.

3. Simmer for 20 – 30 minutes. Strain. Add fresh water to the already boiled hazelnuts, simmer and strain again for a second extraction.

Shout out to Sam Thayer who first showed me this technique a couple of years ago. He used hickory nuts, which also make a delicious “milk.”

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The aronia berry, also known as the Black Chokeberry looks close to the blueberry. Aronia is known for its antioxidant properties. Aronia berries are dark pigmented berries that are extremely high in antioxidants, higher than blueberries, cranberries and even pomegranates. Although native to the Americas, it is far more popular in Eastern Europe where its juice has been known to help people with heart conditions.
It has high levels of proanthocyanins and quinic acid which prevents urinary infection.

Nutritional benefits of the aronia berry are:
Polyphenols
Anthocyanins
Quinic Acid
Flavonols
Vitamins
Minerals
Health benefits of the aronia berry are:

Aronia has a high ORAC Value, due to the high concentration of anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins, both of which contribute to aronia’s dark purple color.

Diabetes
Inflamation
Cardiovascular Ailments
Ciculatory Problems
Urinary Tract Infections
Influenza (Flu)
Cancer

Study and Research on the aronia berry shows that this antioxidant berry may provide protection against colon cancer.
Aronia berry juice is extremely tart, so the natural juice is best sweetened. When sweetened it is a mix between a blueberry and a blackberry. The actual aronia juice has a very dark purple color.
In Europe and in the U.S. it is being widely used in delicious juices, soft drinks, jams and wine. The fruit is eaten fresh even when fully ripe. It is very high in Vitamin C.