5HTP or tryptophan

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Is anyone taking either of these for anxiety? I've been unsure of

which of these is better to take, how much of it, and when to take

it. Thanks,

Elyse

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I used 5-HTP for my anxiety.. and I found it worked wonders for

me... I started taking 50mg WITH FOOD - made me sick otherwise.

Then as I got use to it, I increased my dose as needed. I think the

most I ever took was 200mg - once I had learned how to use it and my

body adjusted to it... In desperation, without any guidance, I

downed 300mg at once.. when I first got it. I hope to never be that

sick again... I remember reading - afterwards- that your body needs

to get used to it. I will always have a bottle in my home. I take

it when I feel the anxiety start... I don't 'need' it as much

anymore, but I'll have it around. What I really like about it, is I

find I can take it when I need it.. When my anxiety was really bad, I

took it more regularly - everyday.. I can't remember how many doses I

took everyday. There are a few books bout 5-HTP. And I would guess

there is more information available on the internet now than there

was 6 yrs ago. Read what you can and make sure it is right for

you... As in all situations.. we are different and jsut becasue

something works for me doesn't mean it will do the same for all.

ALSO, this was before 'diagnosis' of thyroid stuff...

Have you had your hormones tested? Lots of things will mess with

anxiety. Estrogen will create anxiety. Although the 5-HTP did help,

the anxiety stayed with me until my monthlies stopped suddenly in Oct

(undertreated on Syn...) and the anxiety stopped suddenly with it...

Since I started Armour, things have been returning..and the anxiety

is starting to rear it's head - ever so slightly- again... but

nothing like before...

I hope some of this helps.. Read, read, read, and learn. Find

someone who can help you with it. I wish I had had some medical

assistance as I walked through this.. someone who understands this

stuff... and the OTCs available to assist with it..

Anyhow, good luck with your health. I wouldn't wish the anxiety on

anyone. I do hope you find some relief soon... j

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> Is anyone taking either of these for anxiety? I've been unsure of

> which of these is better to take, how much of it, and when to take

> it. Thanks,

>

> Elyse

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