A serotonin precursor used by some people as an over-the-counter way to raise serotonin and support mood or gratitude-related states. The common practice is to use it cautiously or avoid it altogether, since it can push serotonin too directly and is often viewed as a poor fit for routine self-experimentation.
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“I know many people also take 5-HTP, one of the precursors to serotonin, in dosages of anywhere from 300 to 500 milligrams. Typically, people are doing this in anticipation of sleep, meaning in the final hour of wakefulness before going to sleep.”
Andrew Huberman · Optimize & Control Your Brain Chemistry to Improve Health & Performance · Jul 11, 2022 · 1:54:51 · YouTube ↗