does anyone know if the natural supplement 5HTP is any good for helping low moods and whether it may cause a lowered libido?

Symptoms Neurological
#1

I have read in some reviews on the net that it has lowered the libidos in some men. I certainly wouldnt want that to happen- my libido has improved very slightly (just not enough) since one year ago when i quit finesteride so i wouldnt want to be taking a step back with this supplement. My doctor has prescribed me an antidepressant which i am pretty scared of taking as you can imagine… i would much rather a safer natural supplement that does not have horrible side effects to help with low moods…

I may consider the supplement st Johns wort too…

#2

St Johns wart I took for a few days and didn’t react well, I think it was very much like an anti-depressant. Observe yourself carefully if you choose to go this route.

#3

Thanks. Do you think i should definitely stay away from SSRIs? My doctor has prescribed me one to treat my low moods. They may help with the mental side of things, but again it has its sides just like finesteride. Its another big risk, which is why i’ve been trying to hunt for a more natural way of treating my moods…

#4

Personally I would stay away, too many risks and they share many of the same sorts of problems we do with regards to sexual dysfunction, loss of libido etc.

propeciahelp.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1457

I would instead look to natural alternatives like Omega3s (fish oil) – propeciahelp.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=509

… plus excercise (cardio/weights), sunlight/vitamin D (occasional tanning if need be), and possibly St John’s wort.