Classification – 5-hydroxytryptamine receptors or 5-HT receptors, or serotonin receptors are found in the central and peripheral nervous systems, They can be divided into 7 families of G protein-coupled receptors which activate an intracellular second messenger cascade to produce an excitatory or inhibitory response.
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What is 5-HTP and how is it made?
What Is 5-HTP? – 5-HTP (which stands for 5-hydroxytryptophan) is a precursor to the neurotransmitter serotonin. It is made from the amino acid (the “building blocks of proteins”) tryptophan, Tryptophan first gets converted into 5-HTP via the enzyme tryptophan hydroxylase, and then 5-HTP gets converted into serotonin via the enzyme L-amino acid decarboxylase.
Sleep disorders, including insomnia Mood-related issues, like depression and anxiety Headaches and migraines Obesity and overeating Pain, including from fibromyalgia and PMS or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) ADHD symptoms Parkinson’s disease symptoms and other neurological issues Alcoholism withdrawal symptoms Seasonal affective disorder
Can 5-HTP be converted to serotonin?
5 -hydroxytryptophan ( 5 – HTP ) can be converted to serotonin in the body. It is often used for depression. It has less evidence for insomniaand anxiety.5 – HTP is a chemical byproduct of the protein building block L-tryptophan.
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How can I get 5-HTP from food?
You can’t get 5 – HTP from food. The amino acid tryptophan, which the body uses to make 5 – HTP, can be found in turkey, chicken, milk, potatoes, pumpkin, sunflower seeds, turnip and collard greens, and seaweed.5 – HTP is made from tryptophan in the body, or can be taken as a supplement.
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What are the side effects of 5-HTP?
5-HTP side effects – Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction : hives ; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Although not all side effects are known, 5-HTP is thought to be possibly safe when taken for a short period of time.5-HTP may cause serious side effects. Stop using 5-HTP and call your doctor at once if you have:
severe tingling or numbness ; skin rash, bruising, fever; or muscle pain or weakness.
Common side effects of 5-HTP may include:
drowsiness; nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn ; diarrhea ; or loss of interest in sex.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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