Serotonin is produced in the body from the amino acid tryptophan via an intermediate step, 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine). Tryptophan is found in bananas, turkey, chicken, beans, milk and cottage cheese for example. Griffonia simplicifolia is a South African herb that naturally contains 5-HT.

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter. It is also known as the ‘happiness hormone’.

It influences mood.

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that is produced in the brain and intestines through enzyme action on the amino acid tryptophan. These conversions can only take place when adequate levels of nutrients are present.

Regular sporting activity is the easiest way to naturally stimulate the production of serotonin. Sunlight also stimulates the production of serotonin. Because the conversion of the amino acid tryptophan into serotonin also requires micronutrients, it is important that your nutrition includes enough vitamins and minerals.

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Serotonin is a hormone and is not found in food. The body can raise its own serotonin levels through nutrition and lifestyle changes. There is tryptophan in chickpeas, milk, chocolate and banana. Griffonia simplicifolia is a South African herb that naturally contains 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine), which the body can convert into serotonin.

The body produces its own serotonin, given food and a healthy lifestyle (exercise, fresh air, low stress levels). There is tryptophan in dairy products such as milk and yoghurt, in bananas, tuna, dates, soy beans, almonds, peanuts, grains, and in many types of poultry, such as chicken and turkey. The tryptophan in food has to compete with other amino acids, so a dietary supplement that contains no other amino acids is a good addition to the tryptophan found in food. Make sure you are getting enough vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin B3, vitamin B6 and magnesium. The production of serotonin is also stimulated by carbohydrates.

The body produces its own serotonin, given food and a healthy lifestyle. Serotonin is released through sporting activities and exercise. Sunlight also helps the body to make extra serotonin. The production of serotonin requires the amino acid tryptophan. The body uses enzymes to turn this into serotonin via an intermediary amino acid, 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine).

The body produces its own serotonin from the tryptophan and 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine) found in food. There is tryptophan in dairy products such as milk and yoghurt, in bananas, tuna, dates, soy beans, almonds, peanuts, grains, and in many types of poultry, such as chicken and turkey. The tryptophan in food has to compete with other amino acids, so a dietary supplement that contains no other amino acids is a good addition to the tryptophan found in food. Griffonia simplicifolia is a South African herb that naturally contains 5-HT, and Serotonin Booster contains this herb. Make sure you are getting enough vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin B3, vitamin B6 and magnesium. The production of serotonin is also stimulated by carbohydrates.

Serotonin influences mood. Serotonin is also needed for the production of melatonin, which occurs mostly at night. Serotonin levels rise during daylight hours.

Taking the drug XTC (‘ecstasy’) depletes the body’s own supply of serotonin. Lack of exercise, lack of fresh air, alcohol and poor nutrition all inhibit the production of serotonin.

Serotonin is needed to produce the ‘sleep hormone’ melatonin, a process which occurs mostly at night. Serotonin levels rise during daylight hours.

Unless advised otherwise, these are usually taken in the morning, with a glass of water.

The synthesis of serotonin in the body depends entirely on the supply of tryptophan and 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine).

Serotonin is produced in the brain. Food proteins are broken down in the intestine to release amino acids. The amino acid tryptophan is then turned into an intermediate metabolic product, 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine). In the brain, 5-HT is turned into serotonin. Some serotonin is also produced in the intestine.

Food proteins are broken down in the intestine to release amino acids. The amino acid tryptophan is then turned into an intermediate metabolic product, 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine). In the brain, 5-HTP is turned into serotonin.

The body produces its own serotonin, given food and a healthy lifestyle (exercise, fresh air, low stress levels). There is tryptophan in dairy products such as milk and yoghurt, in bananas, tuna, dates, soy beans, almonds, peanuts, grains, and in many types of poultry, such as chicken and turkey. The tryptophan in food has to compete with other amino acids, so a dietary supplement that contains no other amino acids is a good addition to the tryptophan found in food. Make sure you are getting enough vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin B3, vitamin B6 and magnesium. The production of serotonin is also stimulated by carbohydrates.

Serotonin influences mood. Serotonin is also needed to produce the ‘sleep hormone’ melatonin, a process that occurs mostly at night. Serotonin levels rise during daylight hours.

Natural products, too, can interact with medicines. Interactions between 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine) and medicines may occur. We therefore advise against using Serotonin Booster in combination with medicines that influence brain metabolism, such as antidepressants and sedatives. If you’re not sure whether Serotonin Booster is suited to you, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

We recommend taking 1 or 2 tablets per day, and not exceeding this recommended daily dose unless you are using the product under professional supervision. It is important that you take the same amount every day, without missing a day.

Serotonin Booster is a natural product, but its use is not recommended for children under the age of 12.

No, you can always take the tablet later on the same day. If one day you forget to take it altogether, there is no need to make up for it; simply resume your regular dose the next morning.

You can stop taking Serotonin Booster at any time. We recommend gradually reducing the dose to 1 tablet per day.

Serotonin Booster is a quality product made from natural substances. It contains not only tryptophan and 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine), but also a valuable combination of 5-HT, L-tryptophan and vitamins.

We recommend that you take at least one whole tablet per day to get the best out of this product. If you have difficulties swallowing tablets, ask your pharmacist for a pulveriser and use it to halve the tablets.

Take the tablets in the morning, on an empty stomach, with a glass of water, orange juice or another fruit or vegetable juice. Avoid taking any protein foods at the same time; this slows down uptake.

We advise against using this product during pregnancy or while still breastfeeding, because no studies have yet been carried out into the possible effects on breastfed or unborn children.

No. Serotonin Booster cannot be used in combination with medicines that affect brain metabolism, such as antidepressants and sedatives.

If a person has Down ’s syndrome, scleroderma or serious kidney or liver disorders, they should not use Serotonin Booster. Consult a doctor if you are not sure whether this product is suited for use.

No. This product is not subject to habituation, so the same dose can be used for long periods of time.

After they have been swallowed, amino acids in food compete with other amino acids for metabolism. If you take tryptophan together with a protein-rich product like yoghurt, it will have less effect. Carbohydrates stimulate the uptake of tryptophan, however, so you could take the tablets together with fruit juice.

Take the tablets in the morning on an empty stomach, with a glass of water, orange juice or other fruit or vegetable juice. Avoid taking any protein foods at the same time; this slows down uptake.

It is often possible to combine supplements. If you are in any doubt, ask an expert.

In most cases it is possible to take dietary supplements containing 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine) while taking other medicines. However, in some cases the medication dosage will have to be changed, so such combinations should only be done under expert supervision.

This is very unlikely. Synthetic 5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine) has been known to cause intestinal problems, heartburn and stomach pain, but this is almost never the case for the natural 5-HT found in Griffonia. If any of these symptoms do appear, they generally go away within a few days as the body adapts.

Serotonin Booster is suited to incidental use, but also to long-term use.

5-HT (5-hydroxytryptamine) leaves the body via urine, in the form of the acid 5-HIAA. Between 3-15 mg of 5-HIAA is excreted in this way over a 24-hour period. This amount can rise if 5-HT is taken as a supplement.

No. Serotonin is the precursor of the ‘sleep hormone’ melatonin, so a good serotonin level actually makes it more likely that you will sleep well.

Many people start noticing an effect after only a few days. Most people see the effect within a week, and not longer than two weeks, after starting to take Serotonin Booster.

Yes, supplements can often be combined. If you are in doubt about a given combination, get in touch with us or consult your doctor or therapist.