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Free Aminos
NutriCology
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(1554 ratings)
5-HTP 20 mg
Score 10.0
A general amino acid blend with an insignificant 20mg 5-HTP dose, making it ineffective and extremely poor value as a targeted 5-HTP supplement.
Quantity: 100 Vegicap(s)Servings size: 1 Capsule(s) (100 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Stress Relief
Mood Support
Sleep Support
leaderboard Score 10.0
A general amino acid blend with an insignificant 20mg 5-HTP dose, making it ineffective and extremely poor value as a targeted 5-HTP supplement.
NutriCology's Free Aminos is presented as a proprietary blend of various amino acids, containing a mere 20mg of L-5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) per serving. Despite a high review count, this product is fundamentally not a standalone 5-HTP supplement for effective stress relief, mood support, or sleep support, as the 20mg dose is generally considered too low for noticeable effects. At $0.43 per serving, the cost per milligram of 5-HTP is exceptionally high, making it an impractical and inefficient choice for anyone specifically seeking 5-HTP benefits.
- Contains a broad spectrum of free-form amino acids, which may be beneficial for general nutritional support for some users.
- Extremely low 5-HTP dosage (20mg) per serving, which is sub-therapeutic for the stated goals of stress, mood, and sleep.
- Very poor value for money if purchased specifically for 5-HTP content, as functional doses would require multiple expensive servings.
- Uses a proprietary blend, which lacks transparency regarding the exact quantities of individual amino acids.
- Misleading to consider it a primary 5-HTP product for the given goals.
- This product is not recommended as a primary source of 5-HTP for stress relief, mood support, or sleep due to its insufficient dosage. Consumers should choose dedicated 5-HTP supplements for these specific needs.
- As with any amino acid blend, consult a healthcare professional, especially if on other medications or with pre-existing conditions.
$43.29($0.43 per serving)
 Amazon | $ 43.29 | |
 iHerb | $ 43.29 | |
 Vitacost | $ 43.29 |
| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| L-5-Hydroxytryptophan | 20 mg |
| Proprietary Blend | 1.36 Gram(s) |
Categories
5-HTP 10.0
This product barely qualifies as a 5-HTP supplement due to its extremely low dosage and primary focus as a general amino acid blend. It offers virtually no value within the dedicated 5-HTP category.
Goals
Stress Relief 10.0
The 20mg 5-HTP content is too low to provide meaningful stress relief for most individuals, rendering this product ineffective for this specific goal when considered as a dedicated 5-HTP supplement.
Mood Support 10.0
A 20mg dose of 5-HTP is unlikely to significantly impact mood, making this product unsuitable for targeted mood support and a very inefficient use of resources for this purpose.
Sleep Support 10.0
For sleep support, a 20mg 5-HTP dose is typically insufficient. This product's formulation does not align with effective sleep aid supplementation through 5-HTP.
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