Natrol 5-HTP 200mg Time Release
by Natrol
"Time-release serotonin precursor — 200mg 5-HTP for mood, sleep, and appetite support with sustained delivery"
Overview
Natrol 5-HTP 200mg Time Release provides 5-hydroxytryptophan — the direct precursor to serotonin — in a time-release tablet that delivers 5-HTP gradually over several hours. Serotonin is the 'feel-good' neurotransmitter that regulates mood, sleep, and appetite. Unlike SSRIs (which prevent serotonin reuptake), 5-HTP actually increases serotonin production by providing the raw material. The time-release delivery prevents the spike-and-crash pattern of immediate-release 5-HTP and may reduce the nausea that some people experience with standard 5-HTP.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) | 200 mg |
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- Time-release delivery (sustained serotonin support)
- 200mg per tablet (strong dose)
- Reduces nausea vs immediate-release
- Supports mood, sleep, and appetite
- 15,000+ Amazon reviews
What Could Be Better
- Do NOT combine with SSRIs/SNRIs (serotonin syndrome risk)
- Only 30 tablets
- 200mg may be too high to start
- Can cause vivid dreams
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Mood and serotonin support
- Sleep onset improvement
- Appetite regulation
- Those wanting time-release 5-HTP
Not Ideal For
- Those on SSRIs/SNRIs/MAOIs
- Those new to 5-HTP (start with 100mg)
- Those with carcinoid tumors
Our Verdict
Natrol 5-HTP 200mg Time Release is the sustained-delivery serotonin precursor for mood, sleep, and appetite support. The time-release format is genuinely superior to immediate-release 5-HTP. CRITICAL: Never combine with serotonergic medications.
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