Product Description
A hard training block can drain serotonin production faster than diet alone can rebuild it. When that happens, sleep fragments, appetite swings, and your stress response stays elevated longer than it should.
Pure Encapsulations 5-HTP delivers 100mg of 5-hydroxytryptophan per capsule to support the serotonin production your training block is eating into.
Straight to the Source – 5-HTP skips the slower tryptophan-to-serotonin conversion step, arriving one step closer to the serotonin your brain uses to regulate sleep, mood, and appetite.
Minimal, Clean Formula – Two other ingredients total (hypoallergenic plant fiber and a vegetarian capsule), so there's nothing extra standing between you and the 100mg dose on the label.
Built for Sensitive Systems – Free from wheat, dairy, soy, tree nuts, and gluten, so it fits into restrictive diets without forcing you to cross-check every batch.
The Science Behind 5-HTP and Serotonin
5-HTP is the direct precursor your body converts into serotonin, the neurotransmitter behind sleep-wake regulation, mood stability, and appetite control. It's derived from the seeds of Griffonia simplicifolia, an African plant, and it gets to serotonin by skipping the enzyme-dependent conversion step that regular tryptophan has to go through first. That shortcut matters more during heavy training, since the enzyme responsible for converting tryptophan gets throttled by stress and fatigue. Serotonin is also the raw material your body uses to produce melatonin overnight, so supporting daytime serotonin levels can support the sleep hormone production that follows.
How to Use Pure Encapsulations 5-HTP
Dose: Take 1 capsule before a meal, up to 3 times daily. For sleep and appetite support, many athletes start with one capsule in the evening, 30 to 60 minutes before dinner, and adjust from there based on response.
Don't combine with SSRIs, MAOIs, or other antidepressant medications without talking to your doctor first, and skip this one if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Gluten free
- Vegan
Supplement Facts
50 mg / 60 Servings
Serving Size: 1 capsule
Serving Per Container: 60
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| % Daily Value* | ||
| 5-Hydroxytryptophan 50mg | ** | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Daily Value (DV) not established
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Pure Encapsulations 5-HTP FAQ's
Everything you need to know about Pure Encapsulations 5-HTP.
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a natural compound from the Griffonia simplicifolia plant that your body converts into serotonin — the neurotransmitter tied to mood, appetite, and sleep/wake cycles. Supporting healthy serotonin levels helps you recover mentally, not just physically.
Same formula, different dose — 50mg is a good starting point if you're new to 5-HTP, while 100mg suits those who need a stronger daily dose. Start lower and adjust based on how your body responds.
Take one capsule, 1-3 times daily, before meals — whichever strength you've chosen. Many athletes find taking it in the evening works best for supporting sleep and next-day recovery.
Since serotonin helps regulate your sleep/wake cycle, 5-HTP may support more restful sleep — which matters just as much as your training plan when it comes to recovery.
Yes — it's free from gluten, GMOs, artificial colors and sweeteners, magnesium stearate, and common allergens like wheat, soy, dairy, and tree nuts. Just the ingredients you need, nothing you don't.
Serotonin support builds gradually, so most people take 5-HTP consistently for a few weeks before noticing changes in mood, appetite, or sleep. Stick with your daily dose and give it time to work.