Light Box and 5-HTP (20 Dec 01) 3messages

Topic: Light Box and 5-HTP

posted by Tammy on 2001-12-20 10:06:30


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I've just started using a light box. I have also started taking 5-HTP. Has anyone else tried this combination before?

Thankyou.



Karl

Topic: Re: Light Box and 5-HTP

posted by Karl on 2002-01-03 17:24:04


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Hi,

I use lightbox and St Johns. But I'm always keen to learn more. For me to understand my condition and the alternative therapies helps my overall outlook. So, whats is 5-HTP? Any chance of a web link or something?

Thanks,

Karl


sue

Topic: Re: Light Box and 5-HTP

posted by sue on 2002-01-04 14:23:22


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i would also like some info!


Elaine

Topic: Re: Light Box and 5-HTP

posted by Elaine on 2002-01-08 17:49:35


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Hi All,

I am thinking of getting a light box, and was about to read the info from the forum when I noticed the mentioning of the 5-htp.

I use 5-htp to help me sleep during the day when I am on night shift. From what I have read on various sites 5htp triggers the brain to produce something similar to serotonin and the brain thinks it is nighttime as a result of this action. I also have a dawn simulation clock which has helped a bit with my SAD symptons. Funnily enough I had forgotton about it for nearly a year and yet could not think why I was so tired all the time and not wanting to do anything or go anywhere. Over the xmas period when I had a lot of time off work I was easily sleeping over 12 hours a day and still tired. Has anyone tried the new Philips Bright Light Energy yet. It looks good but is very expensive at nearly £200.