| 5-HTP | | | | will power. Serotonin is known as 5-HT, or |
| The neurotransmitter, 5-hydroxy-tryptophan | | | | 5-hydroxytryptamine, and is found in many places |
| (5-HTP) is a compound created in the body which | | | | in the body particularly body cells, gastrointestinal |
| is used to regulate serotonin levels in brain and | | | | system, and the brain. It influences many normal |
| central nervous system. 5-HTP is a substance | | | | brain activities and also regulates the activity of |
| that is made in the body which is converted into | | | | other neurotransmitters. Having adequate levels of |
| serotonin, a brain chemical messenger. Serotonin is | | | | serotonin instills a feeling of relaxation, calmness, |
| an important brain chemical involved in mood, | | | | and mild euphoria (extreme happiness). Low levels |
| behavior, appetite, and sleep. Serotonin is also | | | | of serotonin, serotonin deficiency syndrome, leads |
| involved in impulse control. For instance, low | | | | to depression, anxiety, irritability, insomnia, and |
| serotonin levels may lead to addictive behavior | | | | many other problems. |
| such as gambling or other habits caused by weak | | | | |