On Mon, 4 Nov 2002 17:25:08 -0600, Chris Walker <[log in to unmask]> wrote: >If you can't find any-- also look at *5HTP* supplements. 5htp is available at every corner (in the US but not in Germany). I used to be very interested in 5htp because it's not disturbed by the other amino acids. However the article I cited mentiones that 5htp will be devoured by gut cells which would decrease availability for the brain. If I recall correctly, this effect is stronger if you are on a high protein diet because the breakdown pathways are more active. For those who want to supplement 5htp might be a good solution though. A.S.