MoodElite T-4003-1

MoodElite T-4003-1 is a proprietary botanical extract developed by TCI Co., Ltd., primarily derived from the peel of the banana (*Musa sapientum*). Marketed under the trade name Happy Banana, the extract is standardized for bioactive compounds intended to support emotional well-being, alleviate anxiety, and improve sleep quality. Its mechanism of action is centered on the modulation of the serotonergic and melatonergic pathways, specifically through the upregulation of tryptophan hydroxylase 2 (TPH2), the rate-limiting enzyme in serotonin synthesis. By increasing endogenous levels of serotonin and its derivative melatonin, the extract helps regulate mood and circadian rhythms. Clinical evaluation in healthy adults with mild to moderate depressive symptoms (NCT05318456) has demonstrated its potential to improve mood scores and sleep efficiency while reducing stress markers such as cortisol.

Brand names

MoodEliteHappy Banana

Other names

Banana peel extractMusa sapientum extract