5 Science-Based Benefits Of 5-HTP
5-HTP is an amino acid that helps produce serotonin, a neurotransmitter involved in regulating appetite, sleep, and mood. It has gained popularity for its numerous health benefits. Here are 5 benefits of 5-HTP.

References
- 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP): Natural Occurrence, Analysis, Biosynthesis, Biotechnology, Physiology and Toxicology https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7796270/
- Effects of oral 5-hydroxy-tryptophan on energy intake and macronutrient selection in non-insulin dependent diabetic patients https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9705024/
- Serotonin receptors in depression: from A to B https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5302148/
- An Open-Label Pilot Study of Combined Augmentation With Creatine Monohydrate and 5-Hydroxytryptophan for Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor- or Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor-Resistant Depression in Adult Women https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28787372/
- Efficacy and safety of 5-hydroxytryptophan on depression and apathy in Parkinson's disease: a preliminary finding https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32067288/
- Fibromyalgia https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK540974/
- Primary fibromyalgia syndrome and 5-hydroxy-L-tryptophan: a 90-day open study https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1521674/
- 5-Hydroxytryptophan versus methysergide in the prophylaxis of migraine. Randomized clinical trial https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3536521/
- Sleep-promoting effects of a GABA/5-HTP mixture: Behavioral changes and neuromodulation in an invertebrate model https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26921634/
- Melatonin https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK534823/