Why take...

5-HTP?

Chemical 5-hydroxy-l-tryptophan is produced by the body and converted into mood chemical serotonin in the brain. The supplement is made from an African plant called Griffonia.

PROS It boosts serotonin levels. A lack of this chemical is associated with depression, ADHD, OCD, migraine, sleep disorders and aggression.

CONS Too much serotonin can cause confusion or anxiety. Do not take with antidepressants.