Boundless Life The Little-Known Sleep-Enhancing Molecule Most People Don't Understand: Truth About GABA & Sleep Hacking With Dr. Scott Sherr.
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Feb 22, 2024 
Join Dr. Scott Sherr, a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician and founder of HOMe-SF, as he explores the powerful effects of GABA on anxiety and sleep. Discover how GABA rebalancing can alleviate insomnia and enhance overall well-being. Dr. Sherr shares actionable strategies for improving sleep through lifestyle choices and the benefits of natural compounds. He also discusses how infrared saunas and innovative supplements like trocholm can promote relaxation. Insights into dietary approaches to boost GABA production make this conversation a must-listen for health enthusiasts!
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GABA's Importance
- GABA, an inhibitory neurotransmitter, is crucial for calming the brain and managing anxiety, fear, and depression.
- It's involved in 20% of brain neurotransmission and works by putting the 'brakes' on neuron firing.
Testing for GABA Deficiency
- Urinary neurotransmitter tests don't accurately reflect brain levels, making clinical history crucial for assessment.
- Consider symptoms alongside potential deficiencies in glutamine, vitamin B6, and magnesium, which are GABA precursors.
GABA Receptor Blockers
- Limit caffeine intake, as it's a known GABA receptor desensitizer, hindering GABA's calming effects.
- Other stimulants, opioids, and even high doses of L-theanine can also block GABA receptors.