L-Tryptophan

What Can L-Tryptophan Help Me With?*

• Increase serotonin production.
• Promote healthy sleep.
• Enhance mental and emotional well-being.
• Manage pain tolerance.
• Manage weight.
• Ease jetlag.

What Makes Pure L-Tryptophan from FTH Nutraceuticals Unique?

• A USP, pharmaceutical-grade L-tryptophan.
• 99% pure.
• Safe and effective for deficiencies related to sleep and mental well-being as shown by independent research.

Can Tryptophan Help Me Sleep Better?

Sleep Deprivation is a serious concern for many, and low Serotonin levels are often the cause of this problem. Tryptophan converts to Serotonin helping to induce relaxation and naturally enhancing sleep. Two capsules 30 minutes prior to bedtime are recommended. If necessary, Tryptophan can be taken during the night. In extreme problems, Tryptophan should be taken early evening and again at bedtime. Vitamin B-6, along with increasing dietary complex carbohydrates are important for proper metabolism and increasing effectiveness.

Can L-Tryptophan Help Enhance My Mood?

It has been well documented that low Serotonin levels and low Tryptophan levels have been associated with depression. Tryptophan naturally converts to this neurotransmitter. If depression also involves Catecholamine biochemistry, then taking Tryptophan in a regimen along with Tyrosine is recommended. Since they compete for uptake in the brain, and because Tryptophan induces sleep, it is recommended that Tryptophan be taken prior to dinner and again prior to bedtime. Tyrosine should be taken prior to breakfast and mid morning as well.

How Does L-Tryptophan Relate To Autism?

Low levels of Tryptophan have been documented in autistic children, indicating that there may be a defect in the Tryptophan-Serotonin metabolism in the brain.

Can L-Tryptophan Help With Pain Tolerance?

Increased Serotonin levels have an effect on increasing pain tolerance, especially for chronic pain caused from Arthritis and Lower Back Problems. In one study, Tryptophan was administered at the dose of 1-500 mg. capsule every 2 1/2 hours(total 6 per day) resulting in a 50% reduction in pain intensity. A high carbohydrate diet is recommended to increase Tryptophan metabolism, along with Vitamin B-6. D-Phenylalanine is also recommended in some cases to enhance results and supplementation with Montiff D Phenyl Relief (D Phenylalanine) is suggested.

Can L-Tryptophan Help With Appetite Control?

Some studies suggest that administering Tryptophan helps control appetite, for those who are on a weight reduction program.

Can L-Tryptophan Help With Chemical Addition?

Cocaine addiction causes a deficiency of L-Dopamine and causes both Cathecholamine and Serotonin neurotransmitters imbalances. Administering L-Tyrosine and L-Tryptophan can help increase these neurotransmitters. This regimen has been used in chemical dependency units, along with conventional therapies. Tryptophan may also be helpful for those addicted to nicotine.

Can L-Tryptophan Help With Jet Lag?

Supplementing with L-Tryptophan is recommended for those who travel and experience jet lag. It is most effective when taken in conjunction with L-Tyrosine to increase Catecholamine as well as Serotonin production.

Active Ingredients

L-Tryptophan (Amino Acid)

Inactive Ingredients

Vegetable capsule, vegetable stearic acid.

Suggested Use:

Take 2 or more capsules 30 minutes before bedtime. If necessary, Pure L-Tryptophan can be taken during the night. Or use as directed by your healthcare professional.

Pure L-Tryptophan from FTH Nutraceuticals contains:

• No artificial colors or dyes
• No contaminants
• No Peak-X
• No preservatives
• No gluten

Background Information:

Sleep disturbances are often caused by a serotonin deficiency. Without serotonin, your body cannot produce melatonin—which regulates your sleep cycles. This lack of regulation may cause sleeplessness and frequent wakenings.

Low serotonin levels may also be associated with depression.

Tryptophan produces the serotonin your body needs. If you are not getting enough tryptophan in your diet, you might want to consider a high quality tryptophan supplement.

Pure L-Tryptophan from FTH Nutraceuticals, a pharmaceutical-grade tryptophan, helps increase your serotonin levels so you feel better. Especially for those with chronic conditions, Pure L-Tryptophan may help you get more restful sleep and maintain your emotional well-being.

You may also want to consider 5-HTP, an advanced form of tryptophan. Just one biochemical step away from conversion to serotonin, 5-HTP is often recommended to increase serotonin levels.

To get the maximum benefits of tryptophan, you may want to supplement with both Pure L-Tryptophan and 5-HTP. Many doctors use both because a tryptophan deficiency cannot corrected by 5-HTP alone. Tryptophan is used in other metabolic pathways where 5-HTP will not be used. Using both may help you feel better.

Is L-Tryptophan Safe?

Volumes of research have been published on the effectiveness and safety on the supplementation of Tryptophan for deficiencies related to sleep disorders, depression, pain tolerance and other benefits for more than 30 years. However, in 1989 a disorder known as EMS was attributed to a contaminated batch of Tryptophan produced by a Japanese company and distributed to many other companies for sale.

FTH Nutraceuticals supplies only the highest quality pure L-Tryptophan which has been carefully evaluated and scrutinized using HPLC testing. This product does not have any contaminates or peak-X abnormalities and it has been safely used for many years to benefit those with Tryptophan and Serotonin deficiencies!

Related Information:

• L-Tryptophan for Sleep and Pain Relief (pdf)
• How Tryptophan Regained its Good Name (pdf)