by | Jul 23, 2015 | Mitochondria, Neurotransmitters, Nutritional Deficiencies, Seizures
As I mentioned in my last post, GABA is made in every neuron and is a product of the energy cycle. In order for GABA to be produced a series of supports need to occur: glucose, oxygen and even B6. Glucose is metabolized for energy and its residual is glutamate. If...
by | Jul 21, 2015 | Neurotransmitters, Nutritional Deficiencies, Seizures
GABA is made in all neurons of the brain, is recycled through our energy systems (mitochondria) and aside from seretonin, is one of the major calming mechanisms built in the body. GABA is integrated into many of the anti epileptic drugs on the market and understood to...
by | Jun 30, 2015 | Neurotransmitters, Nutritional Deficiencies, Seizures
This is a powerful TedTalk from a Biochemist/Mother of a child that reversed autistic behaviors. She communicates the relationship between glutamate receptors, associated symptoms, and the reduced glutamate diet. It’s a must watch, Be well,...
by | May 13, 2015 | Antioxidants, Detoxification, Digestive System, Environment, Hormone, Immune, Mitochondria, Neurotransmitters, Nutritional Deficiencies, Seizures
It’s considered to turn on and off genes, build neurotransmitters (our calming mechanisms in our bodies), process hormones, build immune cells, produce energy, protect our nerves and build and maintain cell membranes. It occurs every second of every minute of every...
by | May 4, 2015 | Digestive System, Immune, Neurotransmitters, Nutritional Deficiencies, Seizures
In my ongoing research I recently came across an excellent presentation by Dr. Woeller on “The Role of Microglia Activation and Brain Inflammation in Autism”. Much of the information that Dr. Woeller shares substantiates the Seven R’s of Brain...
by | May 1, 2015 | Environment, Neurotransmitters, Seizures
The awareness of toxins and exposures is on the rise. We also know that chronic illnesses can occur from an impaired ability to detoxify. But just how many toxins can a person handle? It’s a highly individualized situation depending on genetic disposition,...
