GABA facts

• GABA is a non-essential amino acid
• GABA functions as a building block of protein in the body
• GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter
• GABA is manufactured in the body from glutamic acid
• GABA is short for gamma-amino butyric acid

GABA is a non-essential amino acid, which means the body can metabolise (or make) it from the essential amino acids. It is not necessarily required in high levels in the diet.

GABA, just like all the other amino acids, is one of the building blocks of all proteins in the body, which not only include muscles, but also all the other proteins required for normal function of the body.

GABA is an amino acid neurotransmitter of an inhibitory nature, which means it calms the brain and ensures moods are less volatile. GABA balances high levels of excitatory neurotransmitters and relaxes the mind.