A friend recommended 5-HTP, but said that I should only buy something stamped "GMP" because it means it's been independently verified. Is this?
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I just "googled" GMP and it means "good manufacturing practice." I would imagine that it would be desirable to have "GMP certified" on a label. I'm not a professional in health supplements and had only tried 5-HTP after having seen a story on it by Dr. Oz. I suggest sending your inquiry directly to the company that makes this product.
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It is GMP certified. Additionally, after taking for 2 weeks, 4 capsules per day 2am, 1 lunch and 1 pm, I did not experience any change. However, when I tried True Calm (GMP certified) I experienced immediate relief. Good Luck!
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Hello Anjel~ Thanks for your question and we are happy to respond. But first few words of clarification are probably needed here... You referenced our COA but I assume you mean the Test Report from Natural Products Analytics Group (NPAG), on our HUMANOLABS Garcinia Cambogia Core+ product, that is shown in the image gallery of our product listing. For readers not as knowledgeable as you clearly are, a COA is an acronym that stands for Certificate of Analysis, and is typically used by supplement and nutraceutical manufacturers to measure the quality and purity of raw incoming components, including dietary ingredients for internal quality control purposes. We take this a step further by having our finished product tested by an independent 3rd party lab. NPAG is not associated with HUMANOLABS in any way and we are sorry that you have not received a response from the testing facility however they are a lab not a customer service facility. As to your concern about the legitimacy of NPAG, here is some information that we hope will be helpful to you- NPAG is not only GMP certified and FDA registered, but they also hold accreditation from ACLASS the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board. They have met all requirements to achieve the rigorous ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for testing and calibration laboratories. Further information on ACLASS certification for labs can be found here: http://www.aclasscorp.com/accreditation/labs.aspx I hope this information helps. Please let us know if you have any further questions or concerns and thanks for your interest in our products. Josh HUMANOLABS Customer Care
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I think it is 100% pure! However, I truly have nothing to go on, but I did a ton of research and found the company I bought from is a great supplier. As one of the other posters said maybe ask the seller and see what else you can dig up.
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The first bottle I got in the beginning of the year had the extra supplements, but the one I received last weed did not. It is now ONLY 5-HTP. Amazon needs to update their product information.
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if it has the USDA Organic seal on it then I trust it because to have that seal, you have to go through a pretty strict application process. The term "Organic" is legally defined and contrary to what the other poster said, cannot be "watered down" by big companies. The seal will tell you who certified it as organic. USDA Organic is as good as it gets, but I appreciate that they went through both the Oregon Tilth and USDA certification processes. This is why I chose this product over the others. On the other hand, if you see the word "natural," that has no legal meaning and can be bandied about by big companies as much as they want. if it has the USDA Organic seal on it then I trust it because to have that seal, you have to go through a pretty strict application process. The term "Organic" is legally defined and contrary to what the other poster said, cannot be "watered down" by big companies. The seal will tell you who certified it as organic. USDA Organic is as good as it gets, but I appreciate that they went through both the Oregon Tilth and USDA certification processes. This is why I chose this product over the others. On the other hand, if you see the word "natural," that... » Read More if it has the USDA Organic seal on it then I trust it because to have that seal, you have to go through a pretty strict application process. The term "Organic" is legally defined and contrary to what the other poster said, cannot be "watered down" by big companies. The seal will tell you who certified it as organic. USDA Organic is as good as it gets, but I appreciate that they went through both the Oregon Tilth and USDA certification processes. This is why I chose this product over the others. On the other hand, if you see the word "natural," that has no legal meaning and can be bandied about by big companies as much as they want. « Show Less
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Yes, my package reads "Non-GMO Project Verified". Also, organic products are not GMO, and all the ingredients are organic.
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AH... Linda helps clear things up a little. A lack of a recycling stamp doesn't mean anything specific, but it does mean that it isn't one of the first 6 on the list that are definitely BPA free. Progressive hasn't said either way, but some comenters have incorrectly said that it is listed BPA free on the description, which it isn't - or that the Progressive web site says that it is BPA free, either directly or by conclusion, but this is also not true. Read the answers on this product concerning BPA in 2014 and 2013 for my rebuff of those who have said that Progressive's site gives a clear answer. It doesn't. AH... Linda helps clear things up a little. A lack of a recycling stamp doesn't mean anything specific, but it does mean that it isn't one of the first 6 on the list that are definitely BPA free. Progressive hasn't said either way, but some comenters have incorrectly said that it is listed BPA free on the description, which it isn't - or that the Progressive web site says that it is BPA free, either directly or by conclusion, but this is also not true. Read the answers on this product concerning BPA in 2014 and 2013 for my rebuff of those who have said that Progressive's site gives a clear... » Read More AH... Linda helps clear things up a little. A lack of a recycling stamp doesn't mean anything specific, but it does mean that it isn't one of the first 6 on the list that are definitely BPA free. Progressive hasn't said either way, but some comenters have incorrectly said that it is listed BPA free on the description, which it isn't - or that the Progressive web site says that it is BPA free, either directly or by conclusion, but this is also not true. Read the answers on this product concerning BPA in 2014 and 2013 for my rebuff of those who have said that Progressive's site gives a clear answer. It doesn't. « Show Less
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i researched this and could not find a site that listed this product as GMP certified
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It requires stamps labels that are approved by the USPS. I've always bought mine directly from Dymo.
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Fair question. I've had l-Theanine before from a different company and it came with a certificate of lab analysis (from a third party, reputable lab) certifying it to be over 99% pure l-Theanine. I tried BulkSupplements because it was cheaper and had great reviews as well. The l-Theanine from BulkSupplements looks and tastes exactly the same as the lab certified stuff and provides the exact same effects, so I'm very confident that this is the real stuff.
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I am not sure, I think they probably tried to cut and paste a description but I did really like this particular supplement. It was not counterfeit, it was well sealed and I never had any stomach issues which is very rare since my stomach hates vitamins. Sorry this probably isn't very helpful for you.
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RE: "It is made in California in a GMP- certified facility. Third party lab-tested. It meets USP standards."They did NOT obtain the USP, that most multivitamins proudly boast.from USP site:If it's USP Verified, it's in the bottle. A supplement successfully meeting our rigorous testing and auditing criteria receives the USP Verified Mark. When you see the Mark, it means the supplement:. Contains the ingredients listed on the label, in the declared strength and amounts. Does not contain harmful levels of specified contaminants. Is made according to FDA and USP Good Manufacturing Practices, using sanitary and well-controlled processes RE: "It is made in California in a GMP- certified facility. Third party lab-tested. It meets USP standards."They did NOT obtain the USP, that most multivitamins proudly boast.from USP site:If it's USP Verified, it's in the bottle. A supplement successfully meeting our rigorous testing and auditing criteria receives the USP Verified Mark. When you see the Mark, it means the supplement:. Contains the ingredients listed on the label, in the declared strength and amounts. Does not contain harmful levels of specified contaminants. Is made according... » Read More RE: "It is made in California in a GMP- certified facility. Third party lab-tested. It meets USP standards."They did NOT obtain the USP, that most multivitamins proudly boast.from USP site:If it's USP Verified, it's in the bottle. A supplement successfully meeting our rigorous testing and auditing criteria receives the USP Verified Mark. When you see the Mark, it means the supplement:. Contains the ingredients listed on the label, in the declared strength and amounts. Does not contain harmful levels of specified contaminants. Is made according to FDA and USP Good Manufacturing Practices, using sanitary and well-controlled processes « Show Less
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My bottles do not have the GMP symbol either, this would probably be a question for the supplier. dm
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GABA, 5-HTP, Melatonin. Label dosage did nothing for me, needed more, then was drowsy the next day. Better to eat dried cherries.
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Personally, I think very highly of BSN protein products (they are my favorites). There may have been some slight labeling changes over the years but I cannot remember. My suggestion would be to ensure that the two products you are comparing are in fact the same (one might be isolate vs non-isolate, or size of the container, or the "Dessert" product vs the "Syntha-6" product). I'm not sure what you are referring to by "PD" and Exp", sorry. I understand your caution about trying something new but both my personal testimony and the aggregate of reviews on Amazon should provide you some confidence that you are purchasing a great product. Anything beyond that, you're just going to have to try it for yourself.
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I purchased mine from "Two Way Radio Wholesaler" who is supposed to be an authorized distributor. It works fine and came in a bag that looks to be official, but it does have the "EVO Q.C. Passed" hologram sticker on the package that is said to be a sign of a fake. The base has the "Nagoya" name on it in raised letters, but the "A" next to the "N" is not the correct font. I'm not sure what is authentic on Amazon anymore; they let all these dang Chinese sellers peddle their knock-offs all over the site. Basically, good luck on that one, but for $10 what can you expect I guess. I purchased mine from "Two Way Radio Wholesaler" who is supposed to be an authorized distributor. It works fine and came in a bag that looks to be official, but it does have the "EVO Q.C. Passed" hologram sticker on the package that is said to be a sign of a fake. The base has the "Nagoya" name on it in raised letters, but the "A" next to the "N" is not the correct font. I'm not sure what is authentic on Amazon anymore; they let all these dang Chinese sellers peddle their knock-offs all over the site. Basically, good luck on that one, but... » Read More I purchased mine from "Two Way Radio Wholesaler" who is supposed to be an authorized distributor. It works fine and came in a bag that looks to be official, but it does have the "EVO Q.C. Passed" hologram sticker on the package that is said to be a sign of a fake. The base has the "Nagoya" name on it in raised letters, but the "A" next to the "N" is not the correct font. I'm not sure what is authentic on Amazon anymore; they let all these dang Chinese sellers peddle their knock-offs all over the site. Basically, good luck on that one, but for $10 what can you expect I guess. « Show Less
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Yes, that's what it says on the bottle -- if you can see a closeup of it, you could verify it yourself.