gaba

GABA, or gamma-aminobutyric acid, is an amino acid that works as a neurotransmitter.  GABA functions as an inhibitory neurotransmitter and it helps to induce calmness, relaxation and aid with sleep problems.

Although winter time is generally the time that people worry most about taking all their vitamins in order to avoid the rash of cold and flues that predominate during this season, the body needs the same amount of nutrients during the summer months.  As such, summer weather is no excuse for foregoing your regular supplement regime.  Instead, there are certain vitamins and minerals tha

Although depression is essentially a mood disorder, there are also a variety of physical symptoms that accompany it.  Because the body and mind are so connected, the physical symptoms of depression are just as real to sufferers as the mental state.

Regular exercise can significantly reduce the symptoms of anxiety, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.

The study, published in the February 22^nd edition of the Archives of Internal Medicine, involved 3000 patients with a variety of medical conditions. They discovered a 20% drop in anxiety with patients who exercised regularly.

Everyone has anxiety-it may be about your job, finances, family situation, or even just about life itself. Minor anxiety is normal as is moderate anxiety when faced with a tough situation. Unfortunately, there are many people who suffer from severe anxiety on a daily basis and there are a variety of different anxiety disorders.

There is no question, life is hectic. Although most of us try to leave work at work and relax a bit, it’s not always so easy to relax. Children, financial issues, and work matters always arise and this can cause tension and stress.

We all feel the weight of the world on our shoulders from time to time. For some reason, there are days when we feel good and there are days when we don't, even when there are no major indicators either way. And yes, there are certain triggers that will obviously cause some negative emotion or anxiety such as work overload, unexpected events that take up time or an argument with someone close. Sometimes it's just the day of the week, for example many people get depressed Sunday night, just before the work week, others get down around a time of year, such as winter or even holidays (seeing family or spending money may play a big role here).

Your mood is determined by many things, your diet being one of them. Sure, there are outside influences that cause you to feel happy or sad, but those triggers are either enhanced or diminished by the various foods you eat. So, it is important to eat properly.