Improves calmness and relaxation during daily stress, reduces the negative effects of caffeine consumption, and complements other stress-relieving supplements. Fast-acting, effects can be felt in as little as five minutes and last four to six hours. GABA-Pro uses Pharma GABA, the natural form of GABA that is superior to the synthetic form. It is made naturally through a fermentation process using Lactobacillus hilgardii, the bacteria used to ferment vegetables in the traditional Korean dish, kimchi. Gentle and non-habit forming, it has virtually no side effects. Suitable for vegetarians/vegans. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is one of the primary inhibitory neurotransmitters in the central nervous system, balancing the excitatory effects of glutamate on neuronal activity. The inhibitory effects of GABA are generally considered to decrease anxiety, release muscle tension, and have sedative-like effects. Additionally, conditions such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and epilepsy have all been associated with low GABA levels or activity. GABA has also been shown to cause a significant increase in alpha brain waves compared to controls, indicating a more relaxed state and improved concentration. In a clinical trial of patients with vertigo, GABA-Pro was found to increase salivary IgA levels while crossing a suspension bridge, compared to the control group, whose salivary IgA levels dropped by 35%. This is indicative of GABA-Pro's stress-reducing effect. Increasing GABA activity is also a therapeutic target for many drugs used to treat insomnia, often by targeting GABA receptors. This has the effect of reducing the number of awakenings, shortening sleep latency, and increasing slow-wave sleep.
Adults: 1 to 2 capsules 3 times daily or as directed by a health care practitioner. Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 4 weeks.
Medicinal ingredients: Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) 100 mg Nonmedicinal ingredients: Rice powder, vegetarian capsule (carbohydrate gum [cellulose], purified water), vegetable-grade magnesium stearate (lubricant), silica.