Energy First Sleep Aid contains L-Tryptophan as its main active ingredient, an amino acid commonly known as being the cause of drowsiness after eating turkey. L-Tryptophan is becoming a popular ingredient in formulas designed to induce sleep and promote relaxation.

It is not clear from the information we were able to find, whether or not other ingredients are included in the formula. We will take a closer look at L-Tryptophan below.

The product apparently contains 500 mg of the essential amino acid L-Tryptophan. Since this substance cannot be made by the body, it must be obtained through food sources or supplementation. It is said to be a precursor to melatonin, the hormone responsible for helping to regulate sleep patterns in the human body.

Additionally, it is believed that L-Tryptophan can be converted into serotonin; it is thought that increasing serotonin levels can enhance the mood and improve sleep quality as well.

While it may be important to obtain an adequate amount of this amino acid on a daily basis, the effects of using a supplement to enhance sleep quality are not widely researched, and may not be the most effective option for consumers.

As the name suggests and we have discussed, this product is intended to aid those with sleeping disorders and is a natural alternative. The product comes in the form of oral capsules and the manufacturer suggests taking one capsule on an empty stomach approximately 30 minutes prior to going to bed at night. According to the manufacturer, L-Tryptophan is not as effective when other proteins are present.

While using a supplement containing L-Tryptophan, as it might help increase melatonin production, consumers might wish to try products that contain melatonin as one of its main active ingredients. Getting a direct dose of the hormone will most likely have a more potent effect, and results should be noticed more quickly.

• Basic usage instructions are posted

• Formula does not include melatonin
• Company’s guarantee only lasts 30 days
• Does not contain additional herbal extracts

Energy First Sleep Aid claims to be a comprehensive formula that was designed to support a restful night’s sleep; however, the product contains one single ingredient, as far as we can tell, so it is unclear how “comprehensive” the formula actually is. We appreciate the natural alternative, but do not feel that it is the most effective formula currently available.

We believe that it might make more sense to consumers to purchase a quality product that contains actual melatonin, since getting a dose of the hormone directly can help induce sleep more quickly. We have come across products that come with a 60-day money-back guarantee, which might be more reassuring to customers when making their initial purchase.