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5HTP5-HTP
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Evidence
Limited evidence
Common protocol50–300 mg/day studied; no universal effective dose——
Protocols mapped

1 goal-specific

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Timing

Evening or divided, depending on study

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Expected effect

Study-specific; commonly several weeks

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Primary uses
Depression researchSleep researchAppetite claims
Watch for

Nausea · Drowsiness

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