SAMe & 5-HTP

[iris66]

I'm investigating a more natural approach to countering depression and have come across these two in various books. SAMe is a naturally occurring molecule that acts as a mood enhancer and stimulant, and 5-HTP is a precursor of serotonin (apparently improves relaxation, mood and sleep).
Has anyone used these at all and have they worked? (and did you get them prescribed?)

hi. i used 5-htp for a while. it was ok, i took it alongside st johns wort and took one at bedtime. it did help me to sleep a bit better but didn't do much for my depression. think i needed something stronger, hence why i gave in and took AD's. so far so good on the AD's. feeling better already and it's only been 10 days.

u can buy 5-htp from holland and barratt, they are pricey at £12.99 i think,although H&B have their sale on at the mo so might be cheaper.

5htp helped me a lot

Flamesparrow - did the 5HTP make you feel better or just help with the sleeping/relaxation?

alexa1 - Thanks for the H&B tip

I'm not really sure - I know I just had a lot of energy on them and felt really bouncy and happy. My friend hasn't seen much effect though.

Well, on the strength of that I'll be off to buy some then! ANything's worth a try the way I'm feeling at the moment. thanks flamesparrow