Posted on 26th May 2010 @ 8:07 PM

GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) Supplements

Fortunately, there is a powerful amino acid that helps our brain functions effectively; making us feel happy and helping us cope with the everyday stress. It also serves as an anti-anxiety medication and feel calm without the side effects of anti-anxiety drugs just like Valium. This is no other than the Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). It blocks stress-related messages in our body system, improves sex drive and prevent the occurrence of hypertension.

GABA is normally found in the body and essentially acts as a tranquilizer. Because of its potent effect, this dietary supplement may be beneficial for treatment of brain disorders such as epilepsy and ADHD (attention deficit disorder), most common in children.

Alcoholism is a very challenging disorder. True enough that withdrawal from this condition entails great effort for a person to live normally. However, research has suggested that this GABA supplement can help alcohol craving and gives a positive response as well.

GABA supplementation plays a big role in balancing the level of sex hormones in the body thereby preventing the enlargement of prostate gland which the most common problem of aged male. Enlargement of prostate gland can sometimes require a surgical procedure to prevent further complications. Not only that, it can also increase levels of human growth hormone in the body, resulting to increase muscles and lesser fat.

GABA diet supplement is widely available in capsule or powder forms at any health food stores and from online distributors. Recommended dose of this drug, is 3-5 grams, however, some studies also suggests as high as 18 grams, but take note that precaution is a must. A high blood level of GABA may otherwise cause anxiety, and untoward effects have been noted to some such as numbness, difficulty of breathing and tingling sensation. Induce seizure is also possible if taken incorrectly. Therefore, proper usage is very important for its maximum benefits.