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What it does
A combination of 5 label ingredients.
Vitamin B6
Mixed formsGrade —
Supports normal protein metabolism, neurotransmitter production and hemoglobin formation.
L-5-Hydroxytryptophan
Form not confirmedGrade —
Studied for low mood, but reliable evidence of benefit remains insufficient.
Ingredients (5)
Other ingredients
MaltodextrinBinder
Spikes blood sugar faster than table sugar (glycemic index 85–105). Research links it to gut bacteria changes that may promote intestinal inflammation (Nickerson et al. 2015). Used as a cheap filler — adds nothing beneficial.
Silicon DioxideAnti-caking
Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping
StarchBinder
Carbohydrate polymer used as a binder, filler, and disintegrant in tablets and capsules
Capsule ShellCapsule
Generic capsule shell where the label does not specify the material. Common materials are hypromellose (HPMC) for vegetarian capsules and gelatin for traditional capsules — both are GRAS-listed and safe. Fish gelatin and pullulan variants also exist.
Rice Chelate (tbd)
Not reviewed yet
Lab testing
How to take it
With food
5-HTP does better on an empty stomach, but something else in this bottle needs food. Taking the whole product with a meal is the better trade — an upset stomach is why most people stop.
Keep it away from protein-heavy meals
Space it a couple of hours from SAMe
Label directs 2 servings — keep one for the evening
On the label
Recommendations: Take three (3) capsules two times daily before meals or as directed by your physician.
Do not combine with St. John's Wort
Each of these raises serotonin activity on top of St. John's Wort, and together they can trigger serotonin syndrome — agitation, rapid heartbeat, raised blood pressure. Not without medical supervision.
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Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and the National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. studied ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.
Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.