NOW Foods Supplements, 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) 100 mg, Neurotransmitter Support*, 120 Veg Capsules

I've been using NOW Foods 5-HTP for a while now, and it has been a game changer for both my sleep and anxiety. Since I started taking it, I’ve noticed I fall asleep faster and wake up feeling more rested. It also seems to have had a positive impact on my overall mood, providing a gentle lift that helps me stay more balanced throughout the day.This supplement has really made a difference in my daily life, helping with both sleep quality and managing anxiety without any harsh side effects. If you’re looking for a natural mood booster and sleep aid, I highly recommend giving this a try. It’s become an essential part of my routine!

Great quality and brand. I take it every night and it helps me sleep.

This is my 1st time writing a review on Amazon, and I am only doing it because this product actually worked astonishingly well. Although I liked the fact that it is mainly used for people to improve depression, the reason I got this was to help my anxiety which it did. However, I will note that both my mood and anxiety took more than 1 day of doses to start to take in effect. And I noticed when taken at bedtime with melatonin to upgrade the quality of sleep, the supplement was better absorbed in my body and utilized when crossing blood-brain barrier than if I took it without a melatonin supplement.Advice to users of 5-HTP:I would highly recommend taking 60mg of 5-HTP instead of the 100. I found that at 100mg starting dose, it would make my cognition very foggy; however, if I opened up the capsule and poured/disposed the powder in the smaller half of the capsule, not only did I have improved mood but because my mind wasn't foggy it sort of made me feel like my cognition was not only significantly enhanced but also energized instead if that makes sense. A second reason I recommend a lower dose in general is because if your brain builds a tolerance to serotonin, then that can become dangerous/problematic in the future due to 'de-sensitization' of the serotonin receptors, making serotonin less effective towards your brain because it is adjusting to a sudden change in serotonin levels in order to maintain a sort of mental homeostasis.I noticed when my mind was foggy due to the 100mg dose, I would still have the problem of having negative thoughts in my head or pessimistic thoughts. But when I lowered it to about 50-60mg, my mind felt much more clear and I was able to prevent/block myself from the thought of forming those negative thoughts while maintaining an optimistic mood and positive cognitive/behavioral thoughts.Now I am not entirely sure of the 'energized feeling may be from another supplement I take, but I happen to take arginine and lysine supplements before bed which is important for protein synthesis and prevents a groggy feeling when waking up in the morning. I also take melatonin 1-3mg due to the noisy household environment that occurs in the mornings.Feel free to ask me any questions or comment on any supplement synergistic combinations to suggest.

I’ve been taking NOW Foods 5‑HTP 100 mg (120 veg capsules) nightly for the past month, and it’s been a game-changer for winding down. Just one капсуль before bed helps me feel more relaxed and fall asleep more quickly—without the groggy morning feeling that some sleep aids cause. It’s clean and simple: just 5‑HTP with supportive vitamin B6 in a veggie capsule, and it seems to gently boost my mood and ease tension by evening. It functions extremely well, boosts energy levels, is small, and doesn’t smell.What I really appreciate is how consistent it is without unwanted side effects. My stress levels feel noticeably calmer, and I’ve experienced fewer “animal brain” racing thoughts at night. The 120-count bottle lasts about four months at my tempo, which makes it a great value. If you’re seeking natural support for sleep, mood, or stress that’s gentle yet effective, this 5‑HTP formula is worth trying.

I’ve been taking NOW Foods 5-HTP 100 mg for a few weeks now, and let me tell you, my mood has leveled up. It's like my brain found its happy place and decided to stay there.The capsules are easy to swallow, and I appreciate that they're vegan-friendly.

Helped me get back to normal

Helps me sleep better

NOT FOR EVERYONE! It has the opposite effect for me. I feel super anxious and uneasy. I feel nauseous. When I took it before bed i had a hard time sleeping and I tried it in the morning once and felt even worse. Just want to put this out there. I know this product works for some. Maybe try 50mg first.