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Posted on Mon, 8 Jul 2019
Question: I have decided to use natural products in place of SSRIs . I intend to use 5HTP. Is there a recommendation for the best brand to use in the US. Also, are there other vitamins I can use along with the 5HTP to get the maximum benefits.

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ashok Kumar Choudhary (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
I think Nature wise is one such option

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for using Healthcaremagic.

I am glad to know that you decided in favor of nutritional supplement instead of medications as it is as effective as antidepressants with little or no side effects especially in mild to moderate depression.

It is over the counter product since 1995 in USA and no pharmaceutical company produces it but there are few brands which can be recommended.

My first recommendation in this regard is product from Nature wise which is available as 100 mg followed by product by Dr Emil Nutrition.

In my opinion this will be enough to treat mild to moderate depression and combination should be avoided as far as possible.

I hope this helps you.
Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.
Thanks and regards.
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I Have Decided To Use Natural Products In Place Of

Brief Answer: I think Nature wise is one such option Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for using Healthcaremagic. I am glad to know that you decided in favor of nutritional supplement instead of medications as it is as effective as antidepressants with little or no side effects especially in mild to moderate depression. It is over the counter product since 1995 in USA and no pharmaceutical company produces it but there are few brands which can be recommended. My first recommendation in this regard is product from Nature wise which is available as 100 mg followed by product by Dr Emil Nutrition. In my opinion this will be enough to treat mild to moderate depression and combination should be avoided as far as possible. I hope this helps you. Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions. Thanks and regards.