Using 5 HTP to Solve Sleep Deprivation (Part I)
23/04/08 12:15
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This one product really work wonders at
re-establishing proper sleep patterns, and I
have recommended it to many of my patients, all
of whom have been really happy and have seen
dramatic results and improvements.
But why does 5 HTP work so well at helping people regain sleep?
Serotonin, a hormones produced by the human body, is a major sleep regulator. Lack or decreased serotonin will not only cause sleep disturbances or insomnia, but also depression, digestive problems, a lower threshold for pain and even fibromyalgia.
One of the major factor causing a decrease in the body levels of serotonin is stress. Not occasional stress but repetitive, chronic stress as millions of people are experiencing it nowadays due to the increase workloads, financial crisis, etc...
So just think that if you are living a stressful life, you are probably asking too much of your body and depleting from the extremely important serotonin that is the precursor for melatonin.
Therefore the combination of stress reducing activities such as exercise, meditation or breathing exercises combined with a proper supplementation of 5 HTP, is key to restoring proper sleep hormone levels.
Sleeping pills such as benziodiazepines will never address this issue and while you think you may sleep better or more while taking them, the hormonal levels will remain low. This is another reason why resorting to sleep medication makes no sense.
Stay tuned for the second part on this topic as I will explain how to take 5 HTP, what types of reactions can occur in your body and what to do about it. I will also review a few of my favorite brands. In the mean time, if you are anxious to start on 5 HTP and improve your sleep, you can buy it here
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