[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.

Love these little bites. They are perfect to take on the go and are a great snack option. They are super chewy, moist and oh so delicious. Give them a try!

Recipe: (makes around 20)
- 2 cups of oats
- 7-10 medjool dates (depends on how sweet you would like it)
- 1/3 cup of pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg

Pit the dates.

Blend the oats until flour like consistency.

Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin puree and blend.

Gradually add in the dates and around 3-4 tablespoons of water (especially if using a blender rather than a food processor).

Place on a tray and freeze for about 10-15 minutes so it’s a little easier to roll.

Roll into balls, optional to roll into various toppings such as shredded coconut, ground flax seeds, cacao powder, cinnamon, etc. And enjoy!

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How to make Pumpkin Yogurt Muffins for your kids! Healthy Muffins that the whole family will love! They are easy to make and you won’t feel badly if they eat all of them!
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Love Child Pumpkin Yogurt Muffins

Ingredients:
1 ½ cup spelt flour
½ cup oats
¼ cup chia (mix with ½ cup warm water)
4 TBSP coconut oil
3 Love Child Apple Pumpkin Raisin Cinnamon Yogurt pouches
1 cup pitted dates
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
pinch salt
2 TBSP pepitas (pumpkin seeds)

Method:
Grease a 12 muffin tin and preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix water and chia together in a small bowl and let sit at least 5 minutes until it turns into a gel.
Combine all dry ingredients except dates and pumpkin seeds in a large bowl.
Blend wet ingredients (chia gel, coconut oil and Love Child purees) and dates in a high powered blender.
Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix.
Fill muffin tin cups 2/3 full, sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and bake in oven for 30 minutes.

ENJOY!!