Posted by lotus on November 4, 2003, at 12:42:54
In reply to A theory on the Tryptophan debate, posted by Ogopogo on November 4, 2003, at 11:34:38
Actually,the Tryptophan doses aren't high at all.
500mg of Tryptophan is equal to 50mg 5-htp.
Also there is some concern about 5-htp not being used properly once it has entered the bloodstream.
Here's an article by DR.Harris on the subject.Just scroll down until you see the article on 5-htp.
www.healthrecovery.com/biochemical_depression.html
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