GABA – A Calming Neurotransmitter
GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) is a neurotransmitter that acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. This means that it helps to reduce the activity of neurons in the brain and nervous system and has a calming effect. GABA…
Balancing Hormones: Is Cortisol the Key?
Do you feel stressed, sluggish, and exhausted after a long day at work? If so, chances are that your body is producing too much of the hormone cortisol. Cortisol has been linked to disrupted sleep patterns, increased appetite, irritability, and fatigue —…
Why Movement Makes You Sharper
Ever walk away from a workout feeling clearer, more focused, or just better? That is not a coincidence. Movement changes your brain, not just your muscles. One of the key players in this process is a neurotransmitter called glutamate. It acts like the…
Norepinephrine – A Concentration Neurotransmitter
Norepinephrine (also known as noradrenaline) is a neurotransmitter and hormone that is involved in several important physiological processes, including regulation of heart rate and blood pressure, regulation of alertness and attention, and regulation of…
Dopamine: A Feel-Good Chemical That’s Good for You?
Most of us are familiar with dopamine, the “feel-good” neurotransmitter molecule released by our brains when we do something that feels rewarding. But did you know that research has shown this chemical can benefit your overall mental and…