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L-tryptophan or 5-HTP; a few questions ...

Posted by cache-monkey on December 7, 2004, at 15:49:22

Hi folks,

I have issues with anxiety/depression, possibly cyclothymic, and definitely seasonal affective disorder. I had a really good response to Celexa (+Wellbutrin), but couldn't deal with the weight gain/sexual SEs. I am considering trying some sort of supplementation of serotonin using precursors [*], and have a few questions.

I'm debating between 5-HTP and L-tryptophan. I'm relatively new to P-Babble/Alternative, but from what I can tell, most people prefer tryptophan to 5-HTP. Can anyone tell me why this is the case?

Also, I read something about poop-out with 5-HTP about a month after starting the supplement. Does anyone have a source for this? Also, is there a similar sort of poop-out with tryptophan?

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Best,
cache-monkey

[*] I might also use l-tyrosine to do the same for NE/DA.

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