Function of GABAnnn

This neurotransmitter causes a sense of wellbeing when it is released. It also causes the person to become very calm and relaxed, like that adorable puppy.

GABA Fun facts(they really aren’t that

fun)

-Can be used to treat those suffering from Huntington’s disease -Can be used to regulate anxiety

-GABA can help with weight loss

_ GABA deficiencies can cause anxiety, sleeplessness, depression and being bipolar

A neurotransmitter is a substance that transports transmits nerve impulses across a synapses. They are found in the brain at the end of motor neurons where they stimulate muscle fibers. The brain uses neurotransmitters to tell your heart to beat, lungs to

breathe, and stomach to digest. They affect mood, weight, sleep, and

neurotransmitters need to be in balance.

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This article is super interesting.

ALLIE KOES, KAITLYN S , BROOKE R.

G A B A I S S O F A N T A S T I C T O H A V E I N Y O U R B R A I N

GABA2 0 1 2 C H R I S T M A S

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Deeper Info About GABAFunction: GABA contributes to motor control, vision and other cortical functions. It naturally induces and stimulates sleep and relaxation. It prevents

the brain from becoming over excited.

Inhibitory: GABA blocks the tendency for that neuron to fire.

Body: Affects the brain by causing a sense on calmness.

Too Little: Lack of GABA can result in

anxiety issues and it can also cause insomnia.

Medications: Benzodiazepines target GABA for their drugs. They may make GABA more efficient and allow people to feel less. Mixing this with alcohol

can cause life threatening addiction.

Video Linkhttp://www.dnalc.org/view/485-GABA-

Neurotransmitter.html

Further Infostuff about drugs that target GABA

No possibility of addiction with GABA

People name babies after

GABA

GABA is used as a

tranquilizer

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