Gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) 250mg 100 capsules
Pure Pharmaceutical grade
Gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a naturally occurring amino acid that works as a neurotransmitter in your brain. Neurotransmitters function as chemical messengers. GABA is considered an inhibitory neurotransmitter because it blocks, or inhibits, certain brain signals and decreases activity in your nervous system. When GABA attaches to a protein in your brain known as a GABA receptor, it produces a calming effect. This can help with feelings of anxiety, stress, and fear. It may also help to prevent seizures.
GABA’s natural calming effect on the brain has led to countless claims about the use of GABA supplements to reduce stress. Too much stress is linked to poor sleep, a weaker immune system, and a higher risk of depression, among other things.
In addition, people with certain medical conditions may have lower levels of GABA. Some of these conditions include:
- seizure disorders
- movement disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease
- attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- anxiety
- panic disorder
- mood disorders, such as depression
Some people with these conditions take GABA supplements to help manage their symptoms. While this makes sense in theory, there hasn’t been much evidence to suggest that GABA supplements can help with these conditions, aside from anxiety.
