Grow With GABA

GABA (gamma-amino butyric acid) is an amino acid, but it is actually classified as a neurotransmitter.

This means that it signals nerve impulses. GABA has numerous beneficial effects on the nervous system, or the brain. Research has found that supplementing with GABA can boost brain function and also enhance sleep. In addition to enhancing brain function and sleep, GABA can also enhance muscle growth. A few earlier studies have reported that GABA supplementation does stimulate the release of growth hormone (GH). Despite these studies, few people were taking GABA for boosting muscle growth via boosting GH. A newer study, supporting GABA's GH-boosting benefits should get you more interested in this multi-faceted amino.

Shenendoah University (Winchester, VA) researchers had weight-trained men take either 3 g of GABA or a placebo before working out or just resting. The researchers reported that when the subjects took GABA they increased their GH levels after the workout by about 200% and increased GH levels at rest by about 400% as compared to when they took the placebo. That significant a boost in GH levels means that taking a GABA supplement may help to boost your muscle growth and fat burning, as GH is involved in both processes. Research has confirmed that subjects who consistently increase GH levels during workouts make significantly greater gains in muscle growth and strength, as well as lose greater body fat than those who experience lower GH levels. Recent evidence has questioned how critical the GH response is for gains in muscle mass and strength and points to local factors, such as insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) levels produced within the muscle, as the more critical components influencing muscle growth an strength gains. Either way, it's too early to discount GH's influence on muscle growth and strength. Plus, few would argue with it's benefits for fat burning.

Dose:

Take 3-5 grams of GABA without food about 30-60 minutes before workouts to boost GH levels and potentially boost muscle size and strength gains, as well as to burn off more body fat. Also consider taking another 3-5 gram dose 30-60 minutes before bed to boost GH levels higher during the night for even better recovery.

References:

Cavagnini, F., et al. Effect of acute and repeated administration of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA) on growth hormone and prolactin secretion in man. Acta Endocrinol 1980 Feb;93(2):149-54.

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