Take GABA
← Habit Directory

Take GABA

Pencil icon

Description

Take Gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) supplement

Question mark icon

How to Do It

Take as per manufacturer’s instructions

Possible dosage is 200mg four times per day.
Do not exceed 800mg per day or 200mg per dose

Consult with your doctor before consumption.

Finger up icon

Benefits

  • Reduce stress [1]
  • Improve sleep [2]
  • Strengthen immune system [3], [4]
  • May Improve focus
  • May Improve Mood
  • May help with Lean Muscle growth [6]
  • Reduce anxiety [1]
Gear icon

Why it works

  • Inhibits signals to cell groups which promote wakefulness [2]
  • Reduce activity of neurons in the brain and central nervous system which helps you feel calmer [1]
  • Inhibits inflammation of the immune system [3], [4]
Calendar icon

Suggested Frequency

Max 200mg four times per day

Warning icon

Side Effects

Not well studied yet but may include:

  • Upset stomach
  • Headache
  • Sleepiness
  • Muscle weakness
Finger up icon

Gurus/Celebrities/Doing it

Sam Rockwell

Robert Pattinson

Drew Brees

Carmelo Anthony

Uma Thurman

Clock icon

Suggested Time of Day

Evening / night if it causes you to get sleepy.

Notes icon

Notes

  • Be careful if taking other medications, even over the counter ones, as there are not many studies looking at interactions
  • May interfere with medications or supplements which lower blood pressure - causing very low blood pressure
  • Some research shows that taking GABA may reduce symptoms of motion sickness

Category

  • Happiness
  • Stress
  • Sleep
  • Immunity
  • Productivity
  • Focus

Upgrade Yourself with our Breakthrough App

Get Ultiself

More Habits