GABA - Gamma-aminobutyric Acid

The Brain-Boosting, Anxiety-Busting Power of GABA.

Most people have never even heard of GABA (Gamma-aminobutyric Acid), let alone know what it does in the body. However, for those suffering from anxiety or insomnia, this important neurotransmitter can be the key to reducing symptoms.

In fact, many medications that are used to treat these conditions function by boosting the activity of this neurotransmitter in the brain. Benzodiazepines, for example, are a class of anti-anxiety drugs that work by enhancing the activity of GABA receptors to calm the nerves and alleviate anxiety.

Sleeping medications like Ambien also act by increasing the activity of GABA, resulting in a sedative effect that can relieve insomnia.

The significance of this key neurotransmitter has been recognized only in recent years, but it is now suspected to play a role in a multitude of health conditions, including ADHD, insomnia, depression, anxiety, inflammation, and premenstrual syndrome.

It may also increase levels of human growth hormone, an important hormone that can reduce the risk of heart disease, increase muscle strength and kick up weight loss.
Fortunately, you can increase your levels of this crucial neurotransmitter naturally by either using a supplement or increasing levels of other natural compounds that directly affect its synthesis.

Gamma-aminobutyric acid is the primary inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, supporting regulating cell-to-cell communication

Benefits of GABA may include:

1. Nervous System Health
   
2. Relieve Anxiety
3. Improve Sleep
4. Reduce Depression Symptoms
5. Relieve Symptoms of PMS
6. Decrease Inflammation
7. Improve Focus on ADHD
8. Increase Levels of Growth Hormone