Five reasons why 5-HTP could improve your wellbeing

We take a look at five benefits 5-HTP could bring you this year:

1. A positive outlook
During the cold winter months it’s only natural to feel a bit down in the dumps. After all, those long hazy cocktail drinking days of summer seem a long time away. But did you know you could improve your mood by increasing hormone levels in your brain?

Feelings of happiness are regulated by the amount of serotonin in our brain. The more of this natural chemical present, the happier you are, hence its reputation as the happy hormone. Serotonin levels can be boosted by eating meat, poultry and cheese, taking exercise, or by supplementing with 5-HTP.

“5-HTP constantly gives the body more serotonin, and it's natural,” says renowned therapist Marisa Peer. “Many 

studies 

show it's actually better than conventional anti-depressants, which chemically block the brain from losing serotonin, and have, in my opinion, a very limited success.”

2. Quality zzz’s
One in four of us will suffer with insomnia at some point in our lives, according to private health provider BUPA. Low serotonin levels are associated with sleep disorders so increasing the amount in your brain could help you enjoy a good night’s rest. If you’re having trouble nodding off, try Healthspan’s Night-Time 5-HTP. It’s packed with additional vitamins and minerals specially formulated to aid sleep.

3. More energy
Another bonus of boosted serotonin levels in the brain is higher energy levels and better stamina. If your lifestyle is particularly hectic, you’re sure to benefit from having more energy.

4. Weight loss
Experts believe 5-HTP could help curb cravings for alcohol and carbs which can make us pile on the pounds. Blocking these cravings could help you lose weight.“I put lots of my overweight or depressed patients onto 5-HTP, because it makes them feel so much better,” says Marisa.

5. Help for fibromyalgia sufferers
Thousands of people suffer from fibromyalgia – a condition which causes pain and tenderness in the body. There is no known cause for fibromyalgia but many sufferers have found taking 5-HTP supplements could help relieve symptoms of stiffness and fatigue associated with the condition.

With such benefits on offer, it’s no wonder 5-HTP has been deemed the super supplement of 2013. So where can you get it from? 5-HTP is sourced from the seeds of the West African Griffonia simplicifolia tree, but you can buy them a little closer to home via the Healthspan website. Healthspan combines its day-time 5HTP supplement with B-vitamins and zinc to give you an added boost, while its night-time supplement contains magnesium to aid relaxation. Visit www.healthspan.co.uk today to get your supply of this super supplement for just £13.95 (60 tablets).
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