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If you are low in Serotonin, this is an excellent product for you. You might wonder why it is a bit pricier than other 5-HTP products by companies like Jarrow or Doctor's Best (both excellent products, by the way). And that is because this one contains one of the important co-factors (vitamin B6) needed to properly absorb the 5-HTP. But wait - it gets better - the B6 in this product is methylated, which means it is completely bio-available. Since some of us cannot create the methyl molecules needed to absorb certain B vitamins (B6, B12, and Folic Acid), taking those in methylated form is a huge advantage. The body creates Serotonin (a neurotransmitter) from tryptophan, found in turkey, eggs, soybeans, dairy products, and seeds and nuts. But some of us don't produce enough, or nerve cells are unable to receive the serotonin after it is synthesized. Low Serotonin can lead to a host of issues such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, insomnia, ADD, ADHD, premature ejaculation, fibromyalgia, eating disorders, chronic pain, migraines, sugar and alcohol cravings, low self-esteem, obsessive thoughts and behaviors, PMS, and Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Supplementation with 5-HTP and B6 can help your body produce more Serotonin, It can also help to take other the co-factors such as Vitamin C, Zinc, and Magnesium. Important medical disclaimer: Please consult your doctor if you are taking or considering taking an SSRIs (selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors). SSRI's are antidepressants that prevent the re-absorption of serotonin by nerve cells. This increases the availability of Serotonin in the brain. If you are taking an SSRI, you should NOT also be taking 5-HTP. Another important note: If you are suffering from depression, low motivation, lack of energy, or ADHD, please still consult your doctor. He or she might want to put you on a different medication that is not an SSRI but one that increases the amount of norepinephrine and dopamine in your brain (like Welbutrin). I know, I hate meds too. But I have found that sometimes it is difficult to fix all brain chemistry issues yourself, sometimes you need a boost. The good news is that you can still take 5-HTP at the same time and work on increasing your Serotonin. It can be a win-win situation and you'll feel alot better.