Quality Testing
Supplement & Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 3 Vegetarian Capsules | ||
Servings Per Container: 30 | ||
Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value | |
Niacin (as niacinamide) |
66 mg• |
413% |
L-Tryptophan |
1000 mg |
** |
L-Lysine (from L-Lysine HCl) |
250 mg |
** |
Proprietary Tryptophan Plus Blend Perluxan® hops standardized extract (cones), Rosemary standardized extract (leaf) |
285 mg |
** |
**Daily Value not established. •NE (niacin equivalents). |
Product Description
Description
Enhance mood and relaxation with Optimized Tryptophan Plus by Life Extension, an amino acid formula.
Optimized Tryptophan Plus is a high-quality supplement designed to support healthy sleep patterns, mood, and stress response. This non-GMO, gluten-free formula provides 1,000 mg of pure L-tryptophan, along with additional nutrients like lysine and niacinamide to promote optimal tryptophan activity and serotonin production in the body.
- Contains 1,000 mg of high-quality L-tryptophan for healthy sleep and mood support
- Helps modulate the body's biological response to stress
- Includes additional nutrients to encourage healthy tryptophan activity and serotonin production
Directions
Read the entire label and follow the directions carefully.
Take up to three (3) capsules all at once before bedtime, or one capsule on an empty stomach before each meal, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Best if taken separately from protein or amino acids.
Ingredients
Vegetable cellulose (capsule), microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, starch, carboxymethyl cellulose, vegetable stearate, silica.
Health risks and warnings
Caution: Consult your healthcare provider before using this product if you are taking medication for mood concerns, such as MAOIS or SSRIs. Use caution before driving or operating heavy machinery.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not exceed recommended dose.
- Do not purchase if outer seal is damaged.
- Consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.
- Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
Please note
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Questions and Answers about Life Extension, Optimized Tryptophan Plus
Have a Question?
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Is it safe to take tryptophan every night?
Taking tryptophan supplements every night is generally safe when following the recommended dosage on the product label. However, it is always best to consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications.
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What are the benefits of tryptophan?
Tryptophan is an essential amino acid that serves as a precursor for serotonin, a neurotransmitter involved in mood regulation, sleep, and appetite. Tryptophan supplements may help support healthy mood, promote better sleep, and aid in stress management.
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What are tryptophan tablets used for?
Tryptophan tablets are primarily used to support healthy mood, promote better sleep, and aid in stress management by helping to increase serotonin levels in the brain.
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What is Life Extension, Optimized Tryptophan Plus?
Tryptophan Plus is a supplement that combines tryptophan with other nutrients, such as vitamin B6 and niacinamide, which may help support tryptophan's conversion to serotonin and enhance its mood and sleep-supportive effects.
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Who should not take tryptophan?
Individuals with a history of eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome, those taking antidepressant medications (SSRIs or MAOIs), or people with underlying liver or kidney disorders should consult a healthcare professional before taking tryptophan supplements.
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Does tryptophan make you sleepy?
Tryptophan may help promote sleepiness and improve sleep quality by increasing serotonin levels, which can be converted to melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles. However, the effects may vary from person to person.