

Anxiety/Depression/Eating Disorder and Amino Acid Therapy w/ Laurie Hammer
Oct 13, 2025
Laurie Hammer, a Functional Nutritional Therapist and Neuro-Nutrient Specialist, candidly recounts her journey through anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. She highlights how amino acid therapy played a transformative role in her recovery. Listeners learn about the connection between neurotransmitters and emotional health, the importance of addressing inflammation, and the role of symptom assessments in therapy. Laurie shares impressive success stories, including clients tapering off multiple medications, making a strong case for the power of holistic healing.
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Lived Experience With Bulimia
- Laurie Hammer struggled with bulimia from ages 12 to 23, causing anxiety, depression, seizures, and hormone disruption.
- She describes bingeing and purging as an addictive coping mechanism that gave temporary dopamine relief.
Turning Point: Amino Acids And Testing
- Laurie found Recovery Systems after reading Julia Ross in GNC Magazine and began amino acid therapy in 1995.
- Testing revealed celiac disease, yeast overgrowth, thyroid and adrenal issues that explained her symptoms.
Target Neurotransmitters With Specific Aminos
- Use targeted amino acids to support neurotransmitters: serotonin, GABA, catecholamines, endorphins, and blood sugar regulation.
- Match specific amino acids like tryptophan, GABA, L-glutamine to the neurotransmitter category you need to address.