Wednesday, May 13th, 2009
- 5 HTP, or 5-hydroxytryptophan, is one of the core components of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that aids in transmitting messages in the brain
- Most brain cells are influenced by the serotonin level that will affect disposition, sexual desire, memory, learning skills, social manners, etc
- Studies have shown that a chemical imbalance of serotonin can have a bearing on mood swings, which can lead to psychological disorders
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Monday, April 20th, 2009
- Serotonin is a neurotransmitter which regulates moods and feelings of well-being
- With serotonin affecting the overall mood, other aspects which stem from a less than happy feelings due to serotonin deficiencies are also involved
- Generally, overweight people prove to have a well below normal serotonin level
- Besides the prescription drugs available to enhance serotonin deficiency, there are also natural supplements which have a mood boosting effect as well
- There is evidence confirming that 5-hydroxytryptophan will reduce depression. There has been decades of studies to prove this theory
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