Seasonal variations in serotonin have long been documented with much research on the winter blues and SAD lamps. There is less awareness about GABA seasonality and I only recently started to look into the research when I wrote about the need to increase tryptophan or 5-HTP temporarily when a winter dip in serotonin causes more severe anxiety, OCD and/or the winter blues.
Following on from my blog post on the seasonality of serotonin, it’s important to be aware of the seasonality of GABA and that GABA levels may also be lower in the winter months. This is also due to shorter days and less light because of more overcast and cloudy/rainy/snowy days.
You may find you need to increase your GABA supplement dosing during this time, in order to get the same benefits for your low GABA physical anxiety, stiff and tense muscles, insomnia (the low GABA lying-awake-tense type), feelings of overwhelm, intrusive thoughts (the low-GABA type), and stress-eating or self-medicating with alcohol.
Read on to learn more about seasonal fluctuations in GABA, an example of how adjusting GABA could look and some of the possible mechanisms.
Intuitively increased GABA without knowing about the seasonality of GABA
A few weeks ago I shared on Facebook that GABA has a seasonal aspect and an increase may be needed in winter when it’s darker earlier and colder. Elicia offered this input:.
I use GABA Calm and usually take 1 or 2 a day. The past two days I’ve taken 4 because I suspected that I needed an increase.
I take it for physical anxiety, insomnia and intrusive thoughts. My symptoms had been worsening recently. The increased GABA seems to be helping.
She also asked what an increase in GABA would look like.
My feedback for her is (you guessed it!) that it depends on each person. If 4 x instead of 1 or 2 x GABA Calm a day helps to ease her symptoms then that’s the right amount for her unique needs at this time. It may be less or more for someone else. And it’s going to change again after the winter season.
I’m so glad to hear she intuitively increased her dose without knowing about the seasonality of GABA and that she saw her worsening symptoms improve.
Other approaches to boost GABA levels may help too: Yoga, meditation, tai chi and essential oils.
Seasonal fluctuations are also found in anxiety disorders and bulimia nervosa
As I mentioned above, SAD or seasonal affective disorder, appears to be relatively common and is well-recognized.
This review paper, An overview of epidemiological studies on seasonal affective disorder mentions anxiety and other conditions too:
- Seasonal variations in mood, depressive symptoms usually peaking in winter
- SAD was more prevalent at higher northern latitudes, but the prevalence varied across ethnic groups.
- SAD has also been identified in children and adolescents.
- Seasonal exacerbations and remissions are not limited to mood disorders, it has also been found in bulimia nervosa, anxiety disorders and other psychiatric illnesses.
Some of this may be related to low serotonin and as you’ll see below, melatonin and low GABA (and low dopamine too), and the liver, all may play a role too.
GABA is higher in summer/lower in winter and tied to liver function
In this animal study, Effect of the pineal gland on 5-hydroxytryptamine and γ-aminobutyric acid secretion in the hippocampus of male rats during the summer and winter, they report that
GABA secretion in the hippocampus of rats had a seasonal rhythm consisting of increased secretion in summer and decreased secretion in the winter.
Additionally, the liver can regulate the content of active substances, including GABA, and its function is controlled by brain centers, especially in the marginal lobe.
This paper reports similar seasonal changes with respect to serotonin, stating that both fluctuations may be related to the seasonal changes of “regulation by the liver”. The authors remind us that in Chinese Medicine the liver is closely related to emotions, and that the liver functions well in hot weather and is weak in winter.
GABA exhibits seasonal rhythms related to the pineal gland and melatonin
The introduction of this animal study (by the same authors), Molecular mechanisms of seasonal photoperiod effects of the pineal gland on the hippocampus in rats highlights a number of points related to seasonal variations in mood:
Based on the theory of “five Zang-organs corresponding to the seasons” in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), physiological functions including emotions vary with the seasons.
The production of mood-related neurotransmitters such as 5-hydroxytryptamine [serotonin], γ-aminobutyric acid [GABA], dopamine, and norepinephrine exhibits seasonal rhythms, which are related to the regulation of the hippocampus by the pineal gland-MT [melatonin] system.
In other words, GABA (and these other neurotransmitters) exhibit seasonal rhythms related to melatonin secreted by the pineal gland, thereby impacting the hippocampus.
Be sure to read the paper for additional information on depression, seasonal affective disorder and bright light therapy; the seasonal effects of the pineal gland on the hippocampus; the role of melatonin and photoperiod/length of night; the hippocampus and melatonin receptors and more.
The authors were looking for direct evidence of the signalling mechanisms that cause this to happen:
Our findings suggest that the MTR-Gs/Gi-cAMP-PKA-CREB signaling pathway is involved in the seasonal photoperiod [length of night] effects of the pineal gland on the hippocampus and may underpin seasonal changes in emotions.
Feel free to read more about all this in the paper too as it’s beyond the topic of this blog.
Other factors to consider: sugar/alcohol, stress/pyroluria and low serotonin
I’d also consider the following:
- The increased consumption of sugar at this time can lead to reduced zinc, magnesium and B vitamins (like vitamin B6 and thiamine) and this can further reduce GABA levels, which relies on these nutrients as cofactors for production. By boosting GABA levels with the amino acid GABA (and higher amounts if needed) you can actually reduce some of the cravings and stress-eating.
- Overindulging in alcoholic holiday beverages can also deplete zinc and B vitamins, further affecting GABA production. Using higher amounts of the amino acid GABA (if needed) can also prevent self-medicating with alcohol. This often happens when trying to fit in and socialize.
- If you have the social anxiety condition called pyroluria, the added stress of family and holiday gatherings can also contribute to zinc and vitamin B6 being dumped, and further impacting serotonin production.
- The need to also increase tryptophan or 5-HTP temporarily when a winter dip in serotonin causes more severe anxiety (the low serotonin worry-type), OCD and/or the winter blues.
Resources if you are new to using GABA as a supplement
If you are new to using the the amino acid GABA as a supplements, here is the Amino Acids Mood Questionnaire from The Antianxiety Food Solution (you can see the low GABA and other low neurotransmitter symptoms) and a brief overview here: Anxiety and targeted individual amino acid supplements: a summary.
If you suspect low levels of GABA and do not yet have my book, The Antianxiety Food Solution – How the Foods You Eat Can Help You Calm Your Anxious Mind, Improve Your Mood, and End Cravings, I highly recommend getting it and reading it before jumping in and using amino acids so you are knowledgeable. And be sure to share it with the team you or your loved one is working with.
The book doesn’t include product names (per the publisher’s request) so this blog, The Antianxiety Food Solution Amino Acid and Pyroluria Supplements, lists the GABA products that I use with my individual clients and those in my group programs.
Have you noticed worsening anxiety, insomnia, intrusive thoughts or even bulimia in the winter months?
Have you noticed you need more GABA in the winter? And then you ease off at the end of winter again?
What changes in your dosing have made a difference with your symptoms?
Did you adjust intuitively or were you aware of the GABA seasonality aspect?
And do you notice something similar with serotonin support and needing additional melatonin in winter too (if you already use it)?
If you’re a practitioner, do you have your clients/patients make adjustments too?
Feel free to ask your questions here too.
Thank you for this article. I have been in a downward spiral since Oct of last year. I have experimented with various mixtures and have not found any peace yet. I increased GABA at one point and felt the heat and like a panic feeling in my chest. Is this common? It seems to happen if I do the 750 amount. It doesn’t last for more than a few minutes. At times I will feel a little relief but I am struggling. I recently reached out to a naturopath who is having me do a DUTCH test. So for now I am taking a few days break. Would love any feedback. I have read the anti-anxiety food cure and I am currently reading the mood cure. Really in need of support as my nervousness, fear, and sadness are making it tough to be present to the earth at this time.
Joanna
I’m sorry to hear. If you’re northern hemisphere a downward spiral could be winter related especially if this happens at the same time each year. With nervousness it could be low GABA and low serotonin and when I hear fear we look into low serotonin. With sadness it an be low serotonin, low endorphins and/or low dopamine.
As a reminder, too much GABA can cause adverse effects and we use vitamin C to negate these effects. I write about this in my book.
We also address the dietary aspects too – diet/quality animal protein, blood sugar balance, gluten/caffeine/sugar removal, gut health – also all in my book.
Looking at sex hormone and cortisol levels are a good thing too. Glad you have a naturopath you’re working with.
How much gaba do I take? I wake up multiple times at night. I take at times
Gaba calm mind 750 under my tongue ,it don’t help much. I recently bought l tryptophan slumber ease. Waiting for that to arrive. It has gaba in that. Maybe this will help better. Thank you for your support
Michele
If this is a new issue related to it being winter then an increase in GABA would be something I’d consider, plus taking some on waking in the night. The amount of GABA is based on each person’s unique needs and works if low GABA is causing the waking. If the waking is related to low serotonin then tryptophan and/or melatonin will help.
The best way to determine if someone may have low GABA/serotonin is to look at the low GABA/serotonin symptoms, rate them on a scale of 1-10 with 10 being worst, do a trial of the respective amino acid and rate the symptoms again right afterwards (in the next 2 to 30 minutes). Here are the symptoms https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/amino-acids-mood-questionnaire-from-the-antianxiety-food-solution/
If you are new to the amino acids (and other anxiety nutrition solutions like gluten/sugar/caffeine removal, blood sugar control, gut health, pyroluria etc) my book “The Antianxiety Food Solution” is a great place to start. More here https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/the-antianxiety-food-solution-by-trudy-scott/
Much of this helps with insomnia too. We also look at high cortisol, SIBO, parasites, gluten/sugar/caffeine consumption, meds side-effects, sex hormone imbalances, sleep apnea and EMFs when someone has severe insomnia/waking in the night
My online GABA Quickstart group program is helpful when you have questions and need guidance using GABA properly (and moral support/encouragement). More here https://www.anxietynutritioninstitute.com/gabaquickstart/
What I am taking at the moment on top of titrated Olanzapine :-
Magnesium Bisglycinate + GABA + Vitamin B1 + Vitamin B2 (biotin) + Vitamin B3 (niacin) + Tryptophan + Vitamin D3 + DHEA + Omega 3 DHA+EPA
Aaron
Do you find you need to use more GABA and/or tryptophan in the winter months?
Thank you so much for always sharing very useful information.
I’ve been a follower for almost a year now. My query is not related to the current blog. Just would like to know how I can reach you to seek help on anxiety matters. Thank you.
IG
Feel free to post your questions here
Dear Trudy,
(My question is not directly related axed to seasonal anxiety, It’s about sleep and supplementation based on my situation)
First of all, thank you so much for all the information you provide on your blog and in summits.
I have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and suffering from a range of symptoms. I need to improve my sleep to reserve more energy as my life is getting a bit busy.
I have problems with staying asleep more than falling asleep. I wake up several times at night, sometimes with the sense of gasping for air ( that is tied to some dreams and nightmares to wake me up). In general, I am not calm during sleep I have severe jaw clenching and teeth grinding at sleep. I’ve tried melatonin spray(0.5-1 mg) but it seems I can’t tolerate it, I get shaky during sleep, sometimes the symptoms get worse. The unpleasant experiences during sleep and lack of sleep remain with melatonin.
Both tinnitus and neck pain, get worse with the problems during sleep and the pressure I feel in my body.
I’ve read your related posts but still, I am confused; I’ve become sensitive to foods and drugs. Also, many supplements are not provided as OTC drugs and are subject to import restrictions, where I live. I could hardly find some of them online and they are not from the brands you recommend.
That would be awesome if you could help me in a way to minimize my trial and error in choosing the supplements that may improve my sleep.
Thanks a lot for reading this long comment!
MJ
I would look into and address high cortisol (with Seriphos) and the reasons for high cortisol – parasites, changes in sex hormones, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), gluten issues and other food intolerances, toxin exposure, new EMF exposure, medication side-effects, mold toxicity, infections, dietary oxalate issues if there are any pain issues too. Personally this is a big trigger for me.
With the sense of gasping for air I’d get a sleep apnea assessment too.
With jaw clenching I’d look into low GABA and low serotonin (and parasites).
I’ll be doing a new blog post on this in the near future since sleep questions are #2 after anxiety questions.
And look at all anxiety nutrition solutions like real whole food, quality animal protein, fermented foods, organic produce, health fats, gluten/sugar/caffeine removal, blood sugar control, gut health, pyroluria etc) my book “The Antianxiety Food Solution” is a great place to start. More here https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/the-antianxiety-food-solution-by-trudy-scott/ What is your diet like? It’s amino acids and diet, not only supplements. Much of this affects sleep.
Dear Trudy, please can you tell me what the maximum safe dose is for GABA and Tryptophan re insomnia? I am currently taking 2 gms tryptophan before bed plus 2 mgs melatonin (prescribed by my rheumatologist). I also have sublingual GABA and take it when I wake up through the night – (300mg at a time). I only take the GABA once as I don’t know what the safe upper level is to take at one time and over 24 hours. I have had only slight improvement and would like to increase the doses of both but am worried about taking too much. I suspect I will need to take large doses to work.
Emma
I have clients increase based on their unique needs. I would look into and address high cortisol (with Seriphos) and the reasons for high cortisol – parasites, changes in sex hormones, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), gluten issues and other food intolerances, toxin exposure, new EMF exposure, medication side-effects, mold toxicity, infections, dietary oxalate issues if there are any pain issues too. Personally this is a big trigger for me. I’ll be doing a new blog post on this in the near future since sleep questions are #2 after anxiety questions.
And look at all anxiety nutrition solutions like real whole food, quality animal protein, fermented foods, organic produce, health fats, gluten/sugar/caffeine removal, blood sugar control, gut health, pyroluria etc) my book “The Antianxiety Food Solution” is a great place to start. More here https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/the-antianxiety-food-solution-by-trudy-scott/ What is your diet like? It’s amino acids and diet, not only supplements. Much of this affects sleep.
Hi Trudy !
My name is Liisa. Iam 55 years old woman. I live in Finland.
I have several health problems and I am trying to get better.
When I was younger I lived 15 years under my brother’s harsh spiritual and verbal abuse. It also included fasting few days with plain water. Ending of this was not done properly. After it my life changed dramatically. I started have sleeping problems ( which I still have ) , lot of anxiety , stress and fear, hormonal acne etc.
Later I was diagnosed with panic attacks, anxiety and depression. Also.fibromyalgia and now I assume I might have CFS. A neurologist thought I also have ADD.
I have taken antidepression medicine over 25 years. In the moment I take Venlafaxin 75 mg twice a day. Before I had Seroxat. I I have read a lot about functional medicine and I have understood that there might still be hope for me to get better. My problem is that I am so poor that I cannot provide all the help I desperately need.
I would like to finish Venlafaxin at some point but I am afraid of how do I cope after that with depression , anxiety and panic attacks. What if those just get Then I cannot do my work anymore. I have a long summer holiday, about 2 months. I work at school. Summer could be only ” safe ” time for me to try to stop this medication.
I think I cannot try those supplements what you suggest while on this medication ? . I also have medication for thyroid. I also need to take melatonin or Mirtazapin to fall a sleep. Otherwise it might take several hours before I sleep.
In the moment I am able to do a part time job. I am a teaching assistant. I help refugees and foreigns to learn basic Finnish and other high school subjects in a local Christian Institute. I love my job and the students love me too. I hope and pray that my heath does not get worse so I can continue my work. This is my fifth year there.
A neurologist suggested that I try those ADD pills. I tried two different ones called Concerta and Medikinet. They are not good for me. My eyes look very ill, there is no healthy look or shine . Just an empty ill look. Also my sleep got worse.
I do not want to try more amfetamin based medicine. Do you think would it be worth of trying those ADD pills wich are not amfetamin based or leave them all ?
My short memory has gotten worse these past years . I also have lot of brainfog and loss of energy, cognitive problems etc. I think my body still reacts after all trauma I had earlier in my life. I had kognitive therapy for three years. It ed ed about 2-3 years ago. I did not have trauma therapy.
I have already done some changes to my diet. I do not eat gluten. I am oversensitive to wheat. Last summer I finished having dairy. I eat lot of Green salad etc. I also avoid red meat. These have already improvred my health a lot.
My friend became a functional medicine nutrional therapist. I was her study.case for 3 months last summer. It was very useful for both of us.
I sent some lab tests to Denmark. They were called Dutch Plus. I have estrogen dominance , low cortisol etc. Maybe I can afford neurotransmitter tests next summer. I wonder should I try to finish Venlafaksin before those tests or not ?
It is very hard for me to try to go on my own. I have no doctor who would have a whole picture of my health and who could guide me what to do and try and when. It is quite frustrating to know that there is help out for me after struggling already over 30 years and I cannot financially reach that help for myself.
Anyway I am thankfull that I have got already some help with nutrition etc.I try to go on no matter what it takes.
Are you familiar with DNRS – program? My friend lended me those dvd’s. I try them next. I hope those practises will help me someway. I know I need balance in so many different areas.
Are there any supplements I could try while I am on this medication?
I wish I could have a wise doctor who could help me on with my journey. I pray and continue to seek one.
You are doing a remarkable job! God Bless You !
Best wishes, Liisa Hänninen
Liisa
I am sorry to hear about the abuse you’ve endured and your ongoing issues – but there is always hope! The dietary changes you have made are great but I would include quality animal protein if possible and fermented vegetables. Can you get my book “The Antianxiety Food Solution” out the library – thousands of people have seen success following this approach.
I would also register for all the health summits and learn as much as you can. They are no-cost during the week of the summit. And yes, DNRS is helpful for many folks.
There are also many low-cost/no-cost options that can help improve mood: nature, exercise, yoga, meditation, tapping, swinging, music, dancing etc
Re medication tapering you may find this helpful https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/taper-from-antidepressant-tryptophan-amino-acids/ I have clients discuss with the prescribing doctor so they are monitored.
Hi Trudy , I’ve been keeping an eye on the blogs hope all is well. I’m currently on 20mg escitalopram . I recently found out about phenibut , well I have tried it about 4 times over Christmas – and it’s the first thing I’ve tried that really does work. Although I know the danger I bought it as an emergency type thing. After a fantastic Christmas I returned to work and the gym. So after about a 5 week break from the gym I did a smallish session and returned home I felt my brain crash – I get like electric shock sensation , really hard to describe to be fair … unfortunately I’m experiencing anxiety and depression . After being well for a while it is something I cherish ..
I have just ordered some gaba from NOW foods . My question is will gaba help me recover? Does it act like phenibut but natural and non addictive?
I also take magnesium zinc and niacin every night regardless .
My view on anxiety and depression is something miss fires and kills some brain cells or transmitters . Do you have any theory on this Trudy ie/ how to keep the brain healthy ?
Lastly I ordered phenibut because if I had some alcohol over Christmas I thought it would help me feel ok the next day , it really did work! I’m hoping gaba NOW capsules can promote that feeling of control and peacefulness . I think gaba is the only thing I’ve not tried . I was also surprised at phenibut slight mood boost, it didn’t make me high just in a pleasant mood which I didn’t know gaba products could do. For example I’ve been in crisis a few times so I have taken the odd diazepam and it didn’t really help or work like phenibut . Trudy have you seen this in clients that gaba really helps people long term? I had a goal last year of trying to get to the lowest dose of my anti depressant and my goal in life basically is to “fix” this problem on a permanent basis – but realistically it’s looking daunting and I will probably suffer too much x
Wishing everyone a healthy year and peace of mind!
Nick
I’m sorry to hear about your phenibut reaction. Can you share how much you used and what product? I’m glad you know of the risks and I’m sure you’ve seen my blog posts on the topic (like this one https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/phenibut-for-anxiety-and-insomnia-fda-warns-3-companies-to-cease-distribution-of-their-products/).
GABA is non-addictive and does not cause any of the issues we see with phenibut or benzodiazepines. It can be used to help with the harmful effects of both, together with a nutritional approach (which keeps the brain and the body healthy). If you are new to the amino acids (and other anxiety nutrition solutions like gluten/sugar/caffeine removal, blood sugar control, gut health, pyroluria etc) my book “The Antianxiety Food Solution” is a great place to start. More here https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/the-antianxiety-food-solution-by-trudy-scott/ It’s the amino acids and diet.
And yes both really do help long-term!
Hi Trudy,
If some people need more Gaba in the winter, can the same be said for someone who uses tryptophan? Will some people benefit for upping the dose in the winter months? That being if symptoms like OCD and intrusive thoughts are a bit more persistent? Thanks for any input. Happy New Years!
Yessy
Yes absolutely! I mention this in the opening paragraph: “the need to increase tryptophan or 5-HTP temporarily when a winter dip in serotonin causes more severe anxiety, OCD and/or the winter blues” and link to the blog on this topic https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/increasing-tryptophan-or-5-htp-temporarily-when-a-winter-dip-in-serotonin-causes-more-severe-anxiety-ocd-and-or-the-winter-blues/
Hey Trudy, Thank you for all this great info. I’m afraid I may be a “one-off”. I have been dealing with disruptive sleep for several years, but in the last few months it has been off the charts insomnia. I am trying everything I can, but nothing seems to be working. GABA keeps me in a sleep/wake state, Tryptophan gives me massive headaches, and 5HTP makes my insomnia worse (I have elevated cortisol). I am currently trying glycine, but it seems to be making it worse as well. There are so many glowing reviews on all these things I’m starting to wonder if I’m human – LOL! I even felt so strung out, I tried an Rx, but it gave me horrific intestinal issues. Are there possibly any other supplements left to try?? I’m really struggling to find the “key” to my brain! Thank you!
Susan
I would look into and address high cortisol (with Seriphos) and the reasons for high cortisol – parasites, changes in sex hormones, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), gluten issues and other food intolerances, toxin exposure, new EMF exposure, medication side-effects, mold toxicity, infections, dietary oxalate issues if there are any pain issues too. Personally this is a big trigger for me. I’ll be doing a new blog post on this in the near future since sleep questions are #2 after anxiety questions.
And look at all anxiety nutrition solutions like real whole food, quality animal protein, fermented foods, organic produce, health fats, gluten/sugar/caffeine removal, blood sugar control, gut health, pyroluria etc) my book “The Antianxiety Food Solution” is a great place to start. More here https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/the-antianxiety-food-solution-by-trudy-scott/ What is your diet like? It’s amino acids and diet, not only supplements. Much of this affects sleep.
Thanks so much for your response Trudy. I will look into all those suggestions. You have given me hope again!!!
I should have my gaba arriving this Monday it’s NOW gaba brand . Could anyone advise a good starting dose? Also should I stay on it ? Can I mix it in a drink also?
I’m on 20mg of escitalopram also – but I do take a 50mg of 5htp while I’m in relapse too , nothing changing yet -(
Nick
For GABA, 125mg is a typical starting dose for adults. We go up from there based on symptoms and it’s unique to each person’s needs. It’s always best used sublingually and away from protein.
As I mentioned in my previous comment when you are new to the amino acids (and other anxiety nutrition solutions like real whole food, quality animal protein, fermented foods, organic produce, health fats, gluten/sugar/caffeine removal, blood sugar control, gut health, pyroluria etc) my book “The Antianxiety Food Solution” is a great place to start.
I can’t consult via the blog and my online GABA Quickstart group program is helpful when you have specific questions and need guidance (and moral support/encouragement). More here https://www.anxietynutritioninstitute.com/gabaquickstart/
Hi guys I left a link above to some tryptophan in powder form that works out very cheap compared to buying capsules – but how do we know the product is good.
Trudy have you got any reliable sources for a bulk buy? I’ve got a feeling for us anti depressant users we would need a very high dosage.
But if anybody has recommended brands please post below.
Nick
I removed the link because I would not recommend purchasing cheap bulk tryptophan from an unknown and unvetted source. Quality is imperative when it comes to tryptophan and the best product I have found is from Lidtke. More on the supplements blog about purchasing from my online store https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/amino-acids-pyroluria-supplements/
There is also no reason to think individuals prescribed antidepressants would need a very high dosage. It may be the case but it also may not be the case. We know based on doing a trial.
Trudy do have lots of testimonials of people who suffer either severe depression or anxiety and made it off anti depressants after 10 years or so and are cured? Could you post any testimonials to give people incouragement .
I received my gaba today and have just taken a very very small pinch , I’m really hoping this is my key to complete wellness ! I was extremely well 2 weeks ago and I think I over exhausted myself and went to the gym and didn’t feel right upon returning – since then I have been snowballing into terrible , severe anxiety and feel unbelievably bad. Nobody should have to feel like this , truly awful x much love to everyone suffering x
Nick
Here is one https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/anxiety-case-study-a-very-very-slow-ssri-taper-with-tryptophan-and-other-nutritional-support/ Feel free to search the blog – I’ve share success stories all the time.
I’m sorry to hear – keep us posted how you do on GABA and keep in mind there are very likely to be phenibut discontinuation symptoms.
Hello Trudy,
Thank you for all you do. I’ve really enjoyed your summits and love learning about every topic and more! 🙂
I am wondering, would you believe the GABA is safe to consume while breastfeeding? Or is it best to wait until I stop?
Thank you again,
Julia
Julia
It has not been studied in pregnancy or nursing
Thanks for the lovely feedback
I’m a mental health provider and grateful for all of your resources. I am interested in the amino acid/hormone course for providers. Is it best to take the one currently on your website or wait for an updated course later this year?
Jeanne
Thanks for your kind words and I’m thrilled you’re interested in the provider course. This one is current and will remain available as I add new content/modules this year.
Here is the link https://www.anxietynutritioninstitute.com/balancingneurotransmitters/
We’d love to have you join this community.