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L-Tryptophan - Supports Mood & Relaxation - 500 MG (120 Vegetarian Capsules)

L-Tryptophan - Supports Mood & Relaxation - 500 MG (120 Vegetarian Capsules)

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L-Tryptophan - Supports Mood & Relaxation - 500 MG (120 Vegetarian Capsules)

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About This Product

  • Promotes relaxation
  • Provides mood support
  • Suitable for everyday wellness seekers
  • Free of gluten, dairy, soy, nuts, sugar, salt, preservatives, and artificial colors or flavors

Foods such as turkey, cheese, and chicken contain an essential amino acid called L-Tryptophan. When consumed, L-tryptophan is converted into serotonin, which is a "feel-good" hormone that supports your mood and promotes relaxation.

The Vitamin Shoppe® brand L-Tryptophan vegetable capsules contain 500mg of this amino acid to promote feelings of calm and contentedness.

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Directions

Take one (1) vegetable capsule daily, preferably with a meal. For best absorption, take separately from protein-containing foods.

Warning

Consult your healthcare provider prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have any medical conditions. Do not use with alcohol or when operating heavy machinery. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Tamper evident. Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing.

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Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Number of Servings: 120 Servings
Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value
L-Tryptophan   
N/A*

Other Ingredients:

Vegetable capsule (hypromellose), microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide.

Does Not Contain:

Preservative Free, Free of Artificial Flavors, Free of Artificial Colors

Specifications

Brand:
The Vitamin Shoppe
Form:
Vegetarian Capsules
Strength:
500 MG
Serving Size:
1 Capsule
Number of Servings:
120 Servings
Price per Serving:
($0.31 / serving)
Product Weight:
6  OZ
Allergens:
Soy Free, Tree Nut Free
Specialty Diets:
Gluten Free ,  Sugar Free ,  Dairy Free ,  Salt Free
Item # :
VS-2538 / 1671379

Product Reviews
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5 Ratings
3.6out of 5 stars
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5 Reviews
Jan 18, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5
L tryptophan
Great
Casey VVerified Purchaser
Location
Athens, GA, US
Gender
Male
Age Range
65+
Purchased on Dec 23, 2025
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May 31, 2021
Rated 5 out of 5
Great quality.
Great quality. Great value as always.
Grant PVerified Purchaser
Purchased on May 1, 2021
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Aug 16, 2020
Rated 2 out of 5
Like
It works for me for sleep
Patricia HVerified Purchaser
Location
OAK GROVE, OR, US
Gender
Female
Age Range
65+
Would you recommend?:Yes
Purchased on Jul 6, 2020
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Dec 20, 2017
Rated 5 out of 5
I can't believe this is over the counter!
I take this L Tryptophan combined with 1-2mg Mellatonin and find it very effective for relieving insomnia.
Yukie
Location
Philadelphia
Would you recommend?:Yes
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Jul 23, 2014
Rated 1 out of 5
Not the highest quality...
I feel bad for people who try the Vitamin Shoppe tryptophan hoping to get relief from insomnia and/or depression and don't know it's not the tryptophan that doesn't work, it's just this brand-sorry VS. I get another brand from my holistic chiropractor and after I take 1000 mg. I'm yawning in 40 minutes, then sleeping, then CONTINUE to sleep thru the night, it's awesome! So try some tryptophan, just not this brand, and I'm forbidden from telling you what brand I like-it's not available from the…
Tambra the insomniac
Location
Portland, OR
Would you recommend?:No
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Why did you choose this?
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I take this with Snooze-In and it’s the combination that helps me sleep with no side effects. I’m super grateful!!

Lorraine S

Helps with my mood.

Shannon M

Helps with sleep. It works

Vic B

Helps me sleep. It does not leave me drowsy the next day as melatonin sometimes does.

JOAN P
Is this a good product for helping with depression? I also have Schizophrenia.
Amy B.

Best Answer:  Yes, it is a calming supplement, also try L-Theanine for anxiety and 100 mg B- complex supplement...... Hypoglycemia can also cause schizophreni, the shakes, insomnia, ect. It is the opposite of diabetes. High blood sugar vs. low blood sugar...there are several books about it. Some people are born with it and others can cause it to themselves by too much sugar intake.... alcohol especially. Eating frequently helps....small little snacks every two hours... even just a cracker. One of my teachers was so bad she could not even eat a whole apple at one time. Please just look into it, buy a book on HypoGlycemia it will really enlighten you

shay m
Is this product completely vegetarian? Does it have any animal derivatives?
Samuel A

Best Answer:  No. It's a very good relaxant. If you take it a couple hours before sleep, you get a good nights sleep. I like it. I'm glad it's back on the market.

Dolores B
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