Dosing of GABA

• GABA is suggested to be taken in servings of 1 capsule to be taken one or two times per day before sleep and at least 2 hours before or after a meal.

• GABA is water-soluble and can also be mixed with juice effectively as well. It has little taste to it. This product should be stored in an area that is free from light, heat and moisture in order to preserve its potency.

• This is a capsuled product.

Physiology of GABA

There are 11 non-essential amino acids.  Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) is one of the those amino acids.  Non-essential amino acids are those amino acids that are naturally produced by the body.  However, as the aging process occurs, the body’s ability to manufacture sufficient levels of non-essential amino acids is reduced.  Therefore, supplementation may be a good option.  Products that act as allosteric modulators of GABA receptors increase the available amount of GABA which typically causes a relaxing, anti-anxiety, and anti-convulsive effect.  GABA does not cross the blood brain barrier.

 GABA enhances the the breakdown of serotonin into N-acetylserotonin, the precursor of melatonin.  Research suggest that GABA is involved in the synthesis of melatonin; thus regulating the sleep wake cycle.

Side Effects GABA

As long as it is consumed in the recommended doses, GABA is considered safe. Taking more than the recommended amount may result in:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Tingling in patches all over the body
• Numbness of the mouth
• Nausea
• In rare cases, GABA has been responsible for brain chemistry imbalance causing isolated seizures. This is very rare. Because GABA is an amino acid, it is important to remember that supplementing this will have an effect on the levels of other amino acids in the body.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Contraindicated: means that you should not take this product if you are taking or have one of the listed conditions below.  You should check with your medical provider prior to taking this product if you are taking any of the listed medications below or have one of the medical conditions listed below.

• Caution: Anyone that has ever suffered serious problems with their kidneys or liver should avoid this product until they have discussed it with their licensed medical provider.

• Be sure to tell your doctor about any supplements you're taking, even if they're natural. That way, your doctor can check on any potential side effects or interactions with medications, foods, or other herbs and supplements. He or she can let you know if the supplement might raise your risks.

Disclaimer

Nutritional supplements are classified as a food by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Supplements do not require the same rigorous testing, review and approval that drugs are required to go through. Therefore, the statements contained in this document regarding GABA have not been reviewed and approved by the FDA. However, significant research has been done on this product by many universities, public and private business. We at 5-Point Wellness, LLC desire to share information about GABA, in order to educate our clientele to make well informed decisions for themselves.