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5-HTP
5-Hydroxytryptophan is a natural supplement from the plant Griffonia Simplicifolia.
  • Indicated for depression and low mood.
  • Increases production of serotonin (influencing sleep, appetite and mood).
  • Has anti-fatigue properties.
Lactoxira
Lactoxira is the first psychobiotic formulation for fighting depression.
  • Based on the latest advances in neuro-science.
  • Acts deep-down to counter mood problems (depression, demotivation, ‘the blues’).
  • Supports a healthy microbiota and optimal ‘microbiota-brain’ communication.
  • Contains eight probiotic strains supported by clinical trials.
  • Also contains prebiotics to ‘nourish’ the probiotics.
  • Delivered in the form of DR caps™ capsules (available temporarily in the form ofvegetarian capsules).
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5-HTP supplement is a natural extract of Griffonia Simplicifolia that acts as a serotonin percursor, often highlighted for its anti-fatigue properties and recommended as an effective, natural anti-depressant, now available to buy at Supersmart.

What is 5-HTP?

The molecule 5-HTP, or 5-Hydroxytryptophan, is found in its natural state in the seeds of Griffonia Simplicifolia, a climbing plant indigenous to Central and West Africa.

5-HTP is a derivative of the amino acid tryptophan. Once absorbed by the body, 5-HTP crosses the blood-brain barrier and is converted in the brain into serotonin, an inhibitory neurotransmitter involved in many biological processes. Serotonin plays a role in controlling circadian rhythms or bio-rhythms and is thus central to the regulation of sleep, anxiety, appetite and mood.

How does 5-HTP supplement influence serotonin?

Given its role in regulating the body’s biorhythms, maintaining serotonin at sufficient levels is clearly essential. It can be produced in various ways including through the conversion of 5-HTP. 5-HTP is the direct precursor of serotonin, produced naturally by the body from tryptophan.

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid which means it cannot be produced by the body and has be obtained from external sources, either from certain foods or from dietary supplements such as our product L-Tryptophan. Ingested tryptophan is then first converted into 5-HTP and then into serotonin, by the action of vitamin B6. Research has enabled this serotonin conversion process to be simplified by extracting 5-HTP from certain plants and formulating it into dietary supplements. As an immediate serotonin precursor, 5-HTP benefits thus include facilitating serotonin production in the brain.

What are the benefits associated with 5-HTP?

5-HTP’s role as a serotonin precursor has made it the subject of numerous studies.

  • As mentioned, 5-HTP effects include increasing serotonin production in the brain and regulating a number of processes in the body.
  • Its serotonin-boosting function is particularly useful since a lack of this neurotransmitter can manifest in a number of symptoms such as depression, sleep problems, migraine, food cravings, hunger, substance addiction, aggressiveness, anxiety, and obsessive behaviour.
  • Because of these multiple symptoms, studies have been conducted on the therapeutic properties of 5-HTP, particularly for combatting stress and for treating depression and low mood.
  • Some scientists believe it has anti-depressant effects similar to those of drugs such as PROZAC® and it is indeed often indicated for treating depression and low mood.

Our product has been specially formulated to offer the properties and benefits of 5-HTP. Each capsule contains 50 mg, making the recommended 5-HTP dosage two capsules a day. For optimal efficacy, they should be taken on an empty stomach, ideally two hours after a meal.

Because of this compound’s effects, certain precautions are necessary. This supplement should not be taken at the same time as anti-depressant drugs and it is important not to exceed 200mg of 5-HTP in 24 hours without medical supervision. If in any doubt, seek guidance from your therapist.

Buy 5-HTP capsules to support serotonin production.

Composition5-HTP
Daily serving: 2 capsules
Number of servings per bottle: 45
Quantity per serving
5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) (standardised extract of 102 mg of Griffonia simplicifolia standardised to 98% 5-HTP) 100 mg
Other ingredients: Acacia gum.

Each capsule contains 50 mg of 5-HTP.
Directions for use5-HTP
Take 2 capsules per day on an empty stomach, preferably two hours after the evening meal.
Important: Do not take 5-HTP simultaneously with anti-depressants!
Do not exceed 200 mg per day without medical follow-up
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The formulation of Lactoxira draws on the very latest advances in neurobiology: we now know that the microorganisms that populate our digestive tract communicate with the brain (via neurotransmitter synthesis and the indirect release of cell-signalling substances) and that they influence our mood, thoughts and behaviour. This major discovery is revolutionising the way we treat those suffering from low mood, depression, and mood disorders who generally have a highly compromised microbiome.

Who is Lactoxira aimed at?

The probiotic formulation Lactoxira is aimed at anyone prone to problems with mood and motivation:

  • Those subject to episodes of chronic, temporary, persistent or seasonal depression.
  • Those who’ve lost interest in activities they previously enjoyed.
  • Those who recurrently suffer from low mood for no apparent reason.
  • Those who often have negative thoughts or low self-regard (“I’m such a loser”, “I hate myself”, “I don’t belong here”…).
  • Those trying to overcome difficult experiences.
  • Those who need to recharge and who find it hard to get motivated in the morning.
  • Those who’ve lost their zest for life.
  • Those who are often moody (gloomy, irritable or sad).

Lactoxira is also for anyone with a lifestyle that doesn’t support a healthy mental state (smoking, stress, excess alcohol consumption, lack of physical activity, lack of sleep, antibiotic treatment, nutritional deficiencies, particularly in vitamins D, B6, B12 and B9, ageing …), now available to buy at Supersmart.

Lactoxira’s effects on mood and psychological state.

What are Lactoxira’s effects on mood and psychological state?

Probiotics are living microorganisms that can have a positive effect on our gut flora (1). They are associated with numerous improvements to health (relating to gastrointestinal problems (2), particularly irritable bowel syndrome (3-4), as well as to their ability to lower blood pressure (5) and reduce the risk of eczema (6)), but it seems their therapeutic potential offers even greater promise.

Over the last few years, a number of studies have revealed the huge potential of probiotics for improving mood disorders and fighting depression (7). Scientists now understand that depressive disorders are in fact psycho-neuro-immunological disorders and that probiotic treatment can bring improvements. Two mechanisms of action have been discovered:

Constant, two-way communication with the brain

This is one of the most striking discoveries of recent years: bacteria in the gut are able to communicate with the brain via the vagus nerve (referred to as the microbiome-gut-brain axis (8)). Even more amazingly, they can produce neurotransmitters identical to those found in the brain (9). Several strains of Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria secrete the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA (10), production of which is significantly reduced in people with depression and anxiety (11). Other species of bacteria produce acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter involved in memory, concentration and mood (12)) and serotonin (a tryptophan metabolite involved in regulating mood (13)).

These discoveries explain why gut flora is now considered to be a virtual endocrine organ, capable of influencing the central nervous system through the microbiome-gut-brain axis (14-15). Studies have shown that the use of probiotics increases levels of certain neurotransmitters in the frontal cortex, thus reducing symptoms of depression (16).

Control of systemic inflammation

The second mechanism of action of psychobiotics is based on their ability to reduce levels of inflammation. Scientists had observed that depressed individuals had a number of abnormally high inflammatory markers (17-19), but they had not made the link with their gut flora. We now know that probiotics act against inflammation by impeding the growth of pathogenic bacteria in the small intestine, strengthening the intestinal barrier, reducing bacterial translocation and decreasing the number of inflammatory cytokines and toxins circulating in the body.

Probiotics thus improve mood disorders as a result of their multiple effects against inflammation (2-23). These psychological benefits have indeed been confirmed by two randomised, controlled clinical trials (24-25).

Are probiotics effective at treating depression?
“A combination of several strains of probiotic (Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus casei and Bifidobacterium bifidum) slightly reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety.” L’AAFP (https://www.aafp.org/afp/2018/0315/od2.html)

Five good reasons to take Lactoxira capsules

There are many reasons for taking probiotics to improve psychological health, but if we limit ourselves to five, they are as follows:

  1. According to the WHO, depression is a leading factor in morbidity and disability worldwide: the number of victims has been growing steadily for decades.
  2. Medication is not very effective at treating chronic depression (results are acceptable in only 30% of cases (27)), the rate of relapse is very high (around 50%) and there are numerous side-effects.
  3. Microorganisms in the gut are able to produce neurotransmitters that are identical to those synthesised in the brain. They are sent to the brain via the vagus nerve.
  4. Modern lifestyles have led to a dramatic fall in numbers of beneficial microorganisms, which probably explains the sharp increase in auto-immune diseases and depression.
  5. Psychobiotics not only benefit psychological health, they also deliver the positive effects associated with probiotics: a reduction in inflammation markers, improvements in digestive problems, enhanced digestion…
CompositionLactoxira
Daily dose: 2 capsules
Number of doses per pack: 30
Amount per dose
Lactobacillus salivarius BIO6313 (CNCM I-5114) 28 x 109CFU
Lactobacillus plantarum BIO1096 (CNCM I-4909) 12 x 109CFU
Lactobacillus casei BIO5773 (CNCM I-5094) 12 x 109CFU
Lactobacillus brevis BIO5542 (CNCM I-5064) 12 x 109CFU
Lactococcus lactis BIO6722 (ISPA CNR SV21) 12 x 109CFU
Bifidobacterium bifidum BIO5480 (CNCM I-5091) 12 x 109CFU
Bifidobacterium longum BIO6283 (CNCM I-5097) 11 x 109CFU
Bifidobacterium lactis BIO5764 (CNCM I-5093) 11 x 109CFU
Other ingredients: acacia gum.
Directions for useLactoxira
Adults. Take two capsules daily with a meal. Precautions: keep refrigerated.

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