SEEKING HEALTH Serotonin Nutrients 60 Vegetarian Capsules

Serotonin Nutrients contains many essential nutrients that support both the kynurenine and serotonergic pathways. When the kynurenine pathway is slowed and the serotonergic pathway is healthy, optimal levels of serotonin can be achieved.

Tryptophan is one of the main building blocks in the production of serotonin. Tryptophan is difficult to digest and is found in very small amounts in the current human diet. Tryptophan competes with other amino acids (isoleucine, leucine, valine, phenylalanine and tyrosine) to cross the blood-brain barrier, which also inhibits its use in supporting these pathways.

There has to be a balance in the use of the restricted tryptophan in your body.

Serotonin Nutrients contains Vitamin B6 and 5-HTP, which directly support the serotonergic pathway and serotonin production. Without adequate vitamin B6 in the form of pyridoxal-5-phosphate, an enzyme (AADC) that makes serotonin unable to work.

In times of excessive inflammation and oxidative stress, the body "steals" tryptophan from the kynurenine pathway at the expense of serotonin production. To support a healthy level of activity in the kynurenine pathway, this formula includes a highly bioavailable form of curcumin called Curcugen®. Vitamin B3 or niacin deficiency can accelerate the kynurenine pathway. Niacin is also included to support the healthy and normal speed of the kyurenine pathway.

After it makes serotonin, it may need more support to go to the synapse and travel to and bind to serotonin receptors. MAOA and MAOB enzymes can degrade serotonin. This is more common in people who have "fast" MAOA and MAOB activity due to genetic differences. Serotonin can also be "captured" by a solute carrier known as a reuptake protein. If the MAOA and MAOB enzymes are active and serotonin passes back through the reuptake proteins, very little serotonin goes to the receptors that make us feel normal happiness and peace.

The herb Saffron has been used throughout history to support a healthy mood. Science is now explaining some of the functions of the chemicals found in saffron. Dr. Lynch included the patented Safr'Inside ™ ingredient in Serotonin Nutrients because it appears to slow MAOA and MAOB, and also slow serotonin reuptake by inhibiting the activity of the SLC6A4 gene. This gene is responsible for the production of reuptake proteins that extract more serotonin from the synapse before they reach their desired receptors. As a result, this ingredient derived from saffron supports healthy serotonin levels on the way to serotonin receptors.

After attaching to receptors, serotonin initiates a signaling process that relies on inositol to perform its function. Serotonin Nutrients contains this important ingredient to ensure that your serotonin support starts at the beginning and ends at the end.

When we lack adequate serotonin and are in a bad mood, we often find ourselves craving food and behaviors that will give us a boost. This can lead to an increase in the consumption of sweets and other food additives and behaviors. Serotonin Nutrients can support healthy eating and behavioral choices by supporting normal, healthy levels of serotonin.

Serotonin is a complete serotonin and mood support supplement containing additional multi-pathway cofactors to help ensure a better balance of pathways.