[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.

Dr. Michael Lange provides his co-host with a new contact lens before the show. Callers discuss curing insomnia naturally, blue light from computer and blue blocking sunglasses, serotonin and pumpkin seeds or cherry juice, night cramps, good quality red wine, biodynamically grown Pinot Noir, sleep deprivation, glaucoma, new dry macular degeneration article, Enhanced Vision for low vision, loss of night vision, focusing ability, Oasis Tears Plus lubricating drops, Fortifeye Focus with astaxanthin, eating more spinach, kale, wild Alaskan salmon, gogi berries and orange bell peppers, don’t eat raw spinach or kale, don’t take beta carotene. Lose weight for macular degeneration, Coumadin and spinach, intracellular blood analysis studies, medications and severe nutritional deficiency, Lange Sun & Nutrition Center in Clearwater. Omega-3 fish oil and absorption of carotenoids, VEG-F trap treatment for macular degeneration, Avastin, proper nutrition and lifestyle changes.

Recorded Feb 2012

‘Ask The Doctor’ radio show is hosted by Dr. Micheal Lange OD CNS, a board certified optometric physician and board certified nutrition specialist. Broadcasting 6 days a week on AM stations across Florida, the call-in talk show is also streamed live and available 24/7 on audio archives. Topics covered include all aspects of eye health and nutrition.

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