SPECIMEN #NATROL-5
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MOODNatrol
5-HTP 200mg Time Release
5-HTP directly converts to serotonin in your brain. Time-release format is smart. Clinical trials support mood and sleep benefits. DO NOT take with SSRIs (serotonin syndrome). Add L-tyrosine for long-term use to prevent dopamine depletion.
8.5/10
EXCELLENT200mg 5-HTP exceeds the optimal dose (150mg) in a time-release format that improves tolerability and extends serotonin support. 5-HTP scores 8 for direct serotonin precursor activity. Time-release is a smart delivery method for this ingredient, reducing GI side effects. Calcium is just a tablet excipient, not a therapeutic addition.
2 ingredientsTablets30 servings
Evidence
7.0
Dosing
6.6
Synergy
6.0
What We Like
- 200mg is a solid therapeutic dose.
- Time-release provides sustained serotonin support.
- Direct serotonin precursor (bypasses rate-limiting step).
- Budget pricing with 30 servings.
Watch Out For
- MUST NOT combine with serotonergic drugs.
- Can cause nausea in sensitive individuals.
- Long-term use may deplete dopamine (add tyrosine to balance).
- Single ingredient.
What We Analyzed
Verified Supplement Facts
Every dose checked against clinical research
We analyzed the actual supplement facts panel for this product. Every ingredient dose below was cross-referenced with published clinical trials to determine if it matches what studies actually use.
2 ingredients analyzed1 at clinical doses1 underdosed
Source: Official product page
Ingredient Breakdown
1 clinical1 underdosed
Clinical Adequate Underdosed Overdosed|Bar = % of clinical dose
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