[Latin Name] Griffonia simplicifolia

[Plant Source] Griffonia Seed

[Specifications] 98%; 99% HPLC

[Appearance] White fine powder

Plant Part Used: Seed

[Particle size] 80 Mesh

[Loss on drying] ≤5.0%

[Heavy Metal] ≤10PPM

[Pesticide residue] EC396-2005, USP 34, EP 8.0, FDA

[Storage] Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat.

[Shelf life] 24 Months

[Package] Packed in paper-drums and two plastic-bags inside.

[Net weight] 25kgs/drum

[What is 5-HTP]

5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a chemical by-product of the protein building block L-tryptophan. It is also produced commercially from the seeds of an African plant known as Griffonia simplicifolia 5-HTP is used for sleep disorders such as insomnia, depression, anxiety, migraine and tension-type headaches, fibromyalgia, obesity, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), seizure disorder, and Parkinson’s disease.

 [How does it work?]

5-HTP works in the brain and central nervous system by increasing the production of the chemical serotonin. Serotonin can affect sleep, appetite, temperature, sexual behavior, and pain sensation. Since 5-HTP increases the synthesis of serotonin, it is used for several diseases where serotonin is believed to play an important role including depression, insomnia, obesity, and many other conditions.

[Function]

Depression. Some clinical research shows that taking 5-HTP by mouth improve symptoms of depression in some people. Some clinical research shows that taking 5-HTP by mouth might be as beneficial as certain prescription antidepressant drugs for improving depression symptoms. In most studies, 150-800 mg daily of 5-HTP was taken. In some cases, higher doses have been used.

Down syndrome. Some research shows that giving 5-HTP to infants with Down syndrome might improve muscle and activity. Other research shows that it does not improve muscle or development when taken from infancy until 3-4 years of age. Research also shows that taking 5-HTP along with conventional prescription drugs does improve development, social skills, or language skills.

Anxiety 5-HTP was found to be protective against carbon dioxide-induced panic attacks. One study compared 5-HTP and the prescription medication clomipramine for anxiety. Clomipramine is a tricyclic antidepressant used for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder. 5-HTP was found to be somewhat effective in reducing anxiety symptoms, but not as effective as clomipramine.

Sleep 5-HTP supplements fared a little better for insomnia.5-HTP decreased the time required to get to sleep and decreased the number of nighttime awakenings. Taking 5-HTP along with GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), a relaxing neurotransmitter, reduced the time it took to fall asleep and increased the duration and quality of sleep. One study found that children with night terrors benefited from 5-HTP.

Introduction to Biological Chemistry, Part 3 by Professor Fink covers Phospholipids, Steroids & introduces Proteins. The lecture describes the hydrophilic & hydrophobic nature of phospholipids, soaps, emulsifiers and Bile. Steroids are then presented, including Cholesterol, Testosterone, Adrenal Androgen, Estrogen, Progesterone, Corticosteroids and Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D). Proteins are then introduced, including the structure Amino Acids. Reference is made to cell membranes, gall bladder, atherosclerosis, anabolic steroids, and essential amino acids in the diet.

Check-out professor fink’s web-site or additional resources in Biology, Anatomy, Physiology & Pharmacology: www.professorfink.com

Down-loadable e-books of the Lecture Outlines by Professor Fink (as well as “hard copy” versions) can be purchased from the WLAC Bookstore at: https://onlinestore.wlac.edu/fink.asp

Season 5, Episode 6. Whether you like your hot wings hot and spicy or sweet and tangy or somewhere in between, one of these wing sauces will hit the spot. Take your pick from sweet and mild teriyaki bbq to tangy cranberry hotwing to traditional buffalo wings to hot mustard bbq wings. Enjoy these wings with a bbq rub or plain. Also included is an easy blue cheese dressing.

Hot Wings
Teriyaki BBQ Sauce
1 cup white sugar
½ cup each sherry & soy sauce
6 tablespoons ketchup
4 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons vinegar
4 tablespoons chili garlic paste
1 tsp each ground ginger & dry mustard

Hot Mustard BBQ
1 cup yellow prepared mustard
½ cup cider vinegar
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon each Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice & molasses
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper

Cranberry Hot Wing
2-11½ ounce cans cranberry juice concentrate
1⅓ cups yellow prepared mustard
1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup Crystal Hot Sauce (or your favorite brand)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Buffalo Wing Sauce
12 ounces Crystal Hot Sauce
8 tablespoons butter (1 stick, ½ cup, 113 grams)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Dry Rub for BBQ (video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6z7kVek8HVU&list=PLQe_zD_op1YoVpsEEHoQk88dEFtBFP5_T&index=5 )
4 cups brown sugar
2 cups paprika
½ cup of each of the following:
kosher salt, white sugar, ground coriander,
ground mustard, dark chili powder,
ground cumin, granulated garlic,
celery seeds, ground black pepper, Accent
¼ cup each of ground cayenne and
crushed red pepper flakes