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5-HTP 50 mg
Natrol
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
(249 ratings)
5-HTP 50 mg
Score 40.0
An extremely overpriced 50mg 5-HTP supplement from a known brand, offering very poor value compared to market alternatives.
Quantity: 45 Capsule(s)Servings size: 1 Capsule(s) (45 servings)
Selected goals:
Other goals:
Stress Relief
Mood Support
Sleep Support
leaderboard Score 40.0
An extremely overpriced 50mg 5-HTP supplement from a known brand, offering very poor value compared to market alternatives.
Natrol's 50mg 5-HTP supplement is formulated to assist with stress relief, mood support, and sleep. While Natrol is a recognized and generally reputable brand, this particular product falls short on value, priced at $0.30 per 50mg serving, which translates to an exceptionally high $0.60 per 100mg equivalent. Many competitive products offer 100mg doses for $0.10-$0.12 per 100mg, making this a very expensive option for the dosage provided.
- Comes from Natrol, a widely recognized and established brand in the supplement industry.
- Very high price per serving for a 50mg dose, making it one of the most expensive options per milligram.
- Low review count compared to other 5-HTP products from the same brand or competitors.
- Offers significantly less value for money than numerous alternative 5-HTP supplements.
- Consult a healthcare professional before use, especially if taking antidepressants or other serotonergic medications, as 5-HTP can interact and potentially lead to serotonin syndrome.
- Start with a low dose and gradually increase if needed, and discontinue use if adverse reactions occur.
$13.89($0.30 per serving)
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| Ingredient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| 5-HTP (Griffonia simplicifolia) | 50 mg |
Categories
5-HTP 40.0
Within the 5-HTP collection, this product stands out as one of the least cost-effective choices due to its high price per 50mg dose, making it a less desirable option when compared to the vast array of more competitively priced 5-HTP supplements.
Goals
Stress Relief 40.0
While 50mg of 5-HTP can be a starting dose for stress relief, the product's exorbitant cost makes it an impractical and inefficient choice for consistent use, greatly diminishing its utility for this goal.
Mood Support 40.0
The 50mg dosage does contribute to serotonin production for mood support, but the extremely poor cost-effectiveness means consumers pay a significant premium for a standard dose, making it a poor choice when considering alternatives.
Sleep Support 40.0
For sleep support, a 50mg dose is often suitable, but this product's high price per serving detracts severely from its value as a regular sleep aid compared to many more affordable and equally effective options.
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