Amino acid therapy involves providing the body with the necessary building blocks to restore proper neurotransmitter function. There are many disorders associated with neurotransmitter imbalance. The conventional approach to many of these disorders – including depression, anxiety, migraines, insomnia and ADHD, is to use medications that in some way alter neurotransmitter function. (more…)
Amino acid therapy is a term we use to describe the process of determining and giving the body the nutrients it needs to restore proper neurotransmitter function. The nutrients needed include various amino acids (which are the precursors to neurotransmitters) and any other vitamins or minerals needed to help improve the conversion of amino acids into their respective neurotransmitters (these are often referred to as ‘cofactors’). (more…)
Amino acid therapy involves supplying the body the necessary building blocks it needs to achieve the proper balance of brain chemicals called neurotransmitters. Each person requires their own specific blend of amino acids to achieve optimal neurotransmitter function. However, the process of determining the exact blend of amino acids that any given person needs has to start with that person taking a balanced amount of amino acids. One of the formulas we use for that purpose is called NeuroReplete. (more…)
Amino acid therapy entails determining and providing the body the necessary amino acids and accompanying cofactors needed to restore proper neurotransmitter function. Basically, we need to give the body what it needs to (a) replenish deficient stores of neurotransmitters and (b) reestablish proper balance between key neurotransmitters. Each person requires their own unique blend of amino acids and precursors to achieve optimal neurotransmitter function (and thus, eliminate symptoms associated with neurotransmitter imbalance). This is where the use of specific laboratory testing, clinical experience and proper training come into play. (more…)
As most of you know, I do a lot of research. Recently, I came across a study that summarized clinical data for several selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) medications used in the treatment of depression. The results were shocking.
SSRI medications don’t work for ~90% of people! (more…)
