Dr. Oz Fans will be aware that the learn-ed Gentleman has been trying his Best to help us become Slimmer and Happier in the New Year 2013. Dr. Ian Smith’s 6 Week Shred Dite, The Anti-Diet Plan Detox, Dr. Joel Fuhrman’s Food Solutions to Remove Toxic Hunger, Hungry Girl’s Weight Loss Rules for 2013, Paul McKenna’s Weight Loss through Hypnosis, and lots more … I hope we have benefited from these suggestions during the Month of January 2013. However, the troublesome fact remains. A large number of us just cannot say no to Food and need help controlling our Appetite. Enter 5 HTP – which I am willing to bet will prove to be the Best Appetite Suppressant of 2013. So what is 5 HTP and how can it help us prevent unwanted Food Cravings.

The full form of 5 HTP is 5 Hydroxytryptophan. That’s a pretty long name to remember, so let’s stick with 5 HTP. It is derived from the Amino Acid Tryptophan. Amino Acids incidentally are the building block of Proteins.

5 HTP is secreted by our Body as well and is very Vital as it helps increase the production of Serotonin in our Brains. Serotonin is an essential Neurotransmitter, which helps make us feel happy and induces a general feeling of well-being.

According to some experts, 5 HTP may be the Best Natural Appetite Suppressant available right now. Since it helps improve our Mood by increasing the levels of Serotonin in our Brains – 5 HTP is also considered for treating issues like Depression, Headaches, and Insomnia by many Doctors.

Even Hollywood Stars like Jim Carrey have used this Health Supplement! Please check out what Jim had to say about 5 HTP on Larry King Live.

Increased levels of Serotonin help us prevent Frequent Mood Swings which often lead to Emotional Eating. This compound has been studied for more than 3 decades now! Various studies have confirmed that 5 HTP helps reduce the number of Calories we Eat! Exercising along with 5 HTP will no doubt Maximize our gains.

According to the official Website of Dr. Oz 5 HTP is safe as it occurs Naturally in our Body. However, we must follow some precautions in order to be safe :

1. 5 HTP should be used for short term, i.e. up to 12 weeks.

2. Pregnant or Breast Feeding Women should not use 5 HTP.

3. Individuals with existing Gastrointestinal Issues should consult their Doctor before taking 5 HTP.

5. Individuals on Medication for severe depression or bipolar disorder, or taking antidepressants (like SSRI or MAOI) are advised not to use this Supplement.

6. Those under 18 should not take 5 HTP.

Dr. Oz recommends a Dosage of 50 mg, 3 times daily, to begin with, twenty to thirty minutes before we have our meals. If that doesn’t work – talk to your Doctor about increasing the Potency of the 5 HTP Dosage. Please remember that 12 weeks is the maximum prescribed duration for using this Supplement.

Choose good brand names and look for pure 5-HTP or Griffonia Simplicifolia extract on the label.

Dr. Oz did not recommend any particular brand of 5 HTP for Weight Loss. However, following are some of the Best Selling 50 mg ones on Amazon.com right now :

1. Jarrow Formulas 5 HTP 50 mg

2. Now Foods 5 HTP 50 mg

3. Natrol 5 HTP 50 mg

If you have tried a 5 HTP Supplement and have a recommendation – please leave a comment in the Guest Book.

5 HTP Capsules by Evolution Slimming, a reputed Health and Well Being Super Store are also worth a look. I’d like to point out that they contain 100 mg of 5 HTP per Capsule, so it may be a good idea to consult your Physician before making the Purchase – 5 HTP Capsules Evolution Slimming.

It is not surprising that 5 HTP has attracted a lot of attention after being highlighted on The Dr. Oz Show. Following are the Best Selling Books on this Supplement, on Amazon, right now :

1. 5-HTP : The Natural Way to Overcome Depression, Obesity, and Insomnia

2. 5 HTP The Serotonin Connection

3. 5 HTP by Dr. Ray Sahelian

UPDATE ~ 02.01.2013

5 HTP 100 mg by NutriGold is the Best Selling 5 HTP Supplement on Amazon.com right now. It would be released tomorrow. It is ranked #1 in Health and Personal Care > Nutrition & Wellness > Vitamins and Supplements right now! To order please visit Amazon – 5 HTP 100 mg by NutriGold.

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