Re: 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

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Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Sam”www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Dear fellow moms, Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally? It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids. Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried?? Thanks, Chris

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Sue, does Sam have sleep issues? If so does this help with sleeping also?

Beverly Mom to Noah age 10

Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine.

Sue Mayer

Mom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€

www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com

From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

Dear fellow moms,

Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally?

It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm

I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids.

Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried??

Thanks,

Chris

[Guest guest]

does it taste better than ginkgo?Pat De: Sue Mayer Para: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Enviadas: Segunda-feira, 30 de Julho de 2012 17:57 Assunto: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Dear fellow

moms, Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally? It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids. Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried?? Thanks, Chris

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Hi Beverly, Sam hasn’t had many sleep issues besides a restlessness or pain issues at times.  For the restlessness I have used melatonin but he has not required it since he has been on his new vitamin protocol. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of bal93@...Sent: Monday, July 30, 2012 5:48 PMTo: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Subject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Sue, does Sam have sleep issues? If so does this help with sleeping also?Beverly Mom to Noah age 10 Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Dear fellow moms, Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally? It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids. Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried?? Thanks, Chris

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Sam takes it in capsule form with applesauce so he does not taste it. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of AlmeidaSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 6:06 PMTo: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Subject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS does it taste better than ginkgo?Pat De: Sue Mayer Para: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Enviadas: Segunda-feira, 30 de Julho de 2012 17:57Assunto: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Dear fellow moms, Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally? It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids. Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried?? Thanks,

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But Sue, do you think it helps with behavior or cognition??

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Sam takes it in capsule form with applesauce so he does not taste it. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of AlmeidaSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 6:06 PMTo: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Subject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS does it taste better than

ginkgo?Pat De: Sue Mayer Para: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Enviadas: Segunda-feira, 30 de Julho de 2012 17:57Assunto: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Dear fellow moms, Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally? It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids. Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried?? Thanks,

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It's really rare for 5-HTP to cause seizures. I think the old study you're

referring to was an infant that had a seizure on the 5-HTP. I often recommend

testing serotonin levels to my patients with DS before starting any supplement

that will alter neurotransmitter levels. It's a urine test and only costs $47

to test one neurotransmitter.

Serotonin is important for moderating appetite, mood and sleep, among others.

Low serotonin can lead to sleep problems, behavior problems and carbohydrate

cravings. It's also the precursor to melatonin, which is how it helps with

sleep.

It's definitely a helpful supplement for those with DS.

-a Peirson, ND

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With Sam being on as many supplements as he is it is hard to say what is doing what at this point.  My main concern was growing bone, second concern immune system issues but I have to say with his new protocol we have seen better speech, less repetition, less frustration in listening and working on school work.  We are also meeting our original goals of bone growth and better IG numbers.  It’s often hard to tell with Sam because changes in behavior could be supplement, food related, yeast picking up or dying out, or pain related.  Sam’s cognition is not only affected by Down syndrome, he also has a brain injury so I’m never sure if his cognition is more affected by the brain injury or by the oxidative stress.  He’s a puzzle but I do feel like we are moving in the right direction. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 1:59 PMTo: List Ds; List DsSubject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS But Sue, do you think it helps with behavior or cognition?? ; To: <DownSyndromeInfoExchange >; Subject: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Sent: Tue, Jul 31, 2012 2:57:09 AM Sam takes it in capsule form with applesauce so he does not taste it. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of AlmeidaSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 6:06 PMTo: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Subject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS does it taste better than ginkgo?Pat De: Sue Mayer Para: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Enviadas: Segunda-feira, 30 de Julho de 2012 17:57Assunto: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine. Sue MayerMom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Dear fellow moms, Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally? It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids. Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried?? Thanks,

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Thank you, Sue!

To: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 11:06 PMSubject: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

With Sam being on as many supplements as he is it is hard to say what is doing what at this point. My main concern was growing bone, second concern immune system issues but I have to say with his new protocol we have seen better speech, less repetition, less frustration in listening and working on school work. We are also meeting our original goals of bone growth and better IG numbers. It’s often hard to tell with Sam because changes in behavior could be supplement, food related, yeast picking up or dying out, or pain related. Sam’s cognition is not only affected by Down syndrome, he also has a brain injury so I’m never sure if his cognition is more affected by the brain injury or by the oxidative stress. He’s a puzzle but I do feel like we are moving in the right direction.

Sue Mayer

Mom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€

www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com

From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 1:59 PMTo: List Ds; List DsSubject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

But Sue, do you think it helps with behavior or cognition??

; To: <DownSyndromeInfoExchange >; Subject: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Sent: Tue, Jul 31, 2012 2:57:09 AM

Sam takes it in capsule form with applesauce so he does not taste it.

Sue Mayer

Mom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€

http://www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com/

From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of AlmeidaSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 6:06 PMTo: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Subject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

does it taste better than ginkgo?

Pat

De: Sue Mayer Para: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Enviadas: Segunda-feira, 30 de Julho de 2012 17:57Assunto: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine.

Sue Mayer

Mom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€

http://www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com/

From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

Dear fellow moms,

Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally?

It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm

I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids.

Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried??

Thanks,

Chris

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Where do you get 5HTP?

Thanks,

Lori

To: "DownSyndromeInfoExchange " <DownSyndromeInfoExchange > Sent: Thursday, August 2, 2012 11:47 AMSubject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

Thank you, Sue!

To: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Sent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 11:06 PMSubject: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

With Sam being on as many supplements as he is it is hard to say what is doing what at this point. My main concern was growing bone, second concern immune system issues but I have to say with his new protocol we have seen better speech, less repetition, less frustration in listening and working on school work. We are also meeting our original goals of bone growth and better IG numbers. It’s often hard to tell with Sam because changes in behavior could be supplement, food related, yeast picking up or dying out, or pain related. Sam’s cognition is not only affected by Down syndrome, he also has a brain injury so I’m never sure if his cognition is more affected by the brain injury or by the oxidative stress. He’s a puzzle but I do feel like we are moving in the right direction.

Sue Mayer

Mom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€

www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com

From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Tuesday, July 31, 2012 1:59 PMTo: List Ds; List DsSubject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

But Sue, do you think it helps with behavior or cognition??

; To: <DownSyndromeInfoExchange >; Subject: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS Sent: Tue, Jul 31, 2012 2:57:09 AM

Sam takes it in capsule form with applesauce so he does not taste it.

Sue Mayer

Mom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€

http://www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com/

From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of AlmeidaSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 6:06 PMTo: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Subject: Re: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

does it taste better than ginkgo?

Pat

De: Sue Mayer Para: DownSyndromeInfoExchange Enviadas: Segunda-feira, 30 de Julho de 2012 17:57Assunto: RE: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

Yes, we give Sam 5HTP, 2 capsules, twice a day. Sam does not react well to gingko but seems to tolerate this supplement fine.

Sue Mayer

Mom to Sam (11) who is genuine, unique and perfectly “Samâ€

http://www.suemayer-specialneedsmom.blogspot.com/

From: DownSyndromeInfoExchange [mailto:DownSyndromeInfoExchange ] On Behalf Of Christiane aquinoSent: Monday, July 30, 2012 4:41 PMTo: List DsSubject: [DownSyndromeInfoExchange] 5HTP and serotonin levels in DS

Dear fellow moms,

Have any of you tried to give 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) to help increase the levels of serotonin (and thus help neurogeneses and brain development) of our children naturally?

It may help with cognition and also constipation: http://www.ceri.com/q_v6n8q3.htm

I found also an old study that suggests that it may cause seizures in 5% of our kids.

Is it worth a shot? Have any of you tried??

Thanks,

Chris

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we got it off Iherb.com i believe.

country life brand

liora

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> Where do you get 5HTP?

> Thanks,

> Lori

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