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Brain Calm
DESCRIPTION
Brain Calm, provided by Douglas Laboratories®, is an effective blend of critical amino acids and nutrients that provide support for a calmer brain.

FUNCTIONS
Inositol is found in all animal tissues, with the highest concentration found in the brain and heart. It is a component of the outer lining of all cells in the body, contributes to muscular and nerve function, and also plays a role in helping the processing of fats by the liver.

GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is an amino acid that functions as a neurotransmitter in the brain. GABA is synthesized in the brain from another amino acid, glutamate, and functions as an inhibitory neurotransmitter – meaning that it blocks nerve impulses. In the body, GABA is concentrated in the hypothalamus region of the brain and is known to play a role in the overall functioning of the pituitary gland – which regulates growth hormone synthesis, sleep cycles, and body temperature. Glycine, a non- essential amino acid, also plays an important role in the activity of certain neurotransmitters.

INDICATIONS
Brain CALM may be a useful dietary supplement for individuals wishing to supplement their diet with nutrients to support an efficient yet relaxed state of mental being.

Brain Calm

60 capsules per bottle
Cost $20.00




FORMULA  (#98725)
1 Vegetarian Capsule Contains:
Inositol650 mg
GABA
(gamma-aminobutyric acid)
100 mg
L-Glycine50 mg


SUGGESTED USE
Adults take 2 capsules daily with evening meal or bedtime or as directed by physician.

SIDE EFFECTS
No adverse side effects reported.

HOW SUPPLIED
Supplied in bottles of 60 vegetarian capsules.

STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children.


REFERENCES
Benjamin J, Levine J, Fux M, et al. Double-blind, placebo- controlled, crossover trial of inositol treatment for panic disorder. Am J Psychiatry. 1995;152:1084–1086. Fux M, Levine J, Aviv A, et al. Inositol treatment of obsessive- compulsive disorder. Am J Psychiatry. 1996;153:1219–1221. Gelber D, Levine J, Belmaker RH. Effect of inositol on bulimia Plantey F. GHB and GABA. Am J Psychiatry. 1977 Sep;134(9):1045-6. Prosser J, Hughes CW, Sheikha S et al: Plasma GABA in children and adolescents with mood, behavior, and comorbid mood and behavior disorders: a preliminary study. J Child Adolesc Psychopharmacol 1997; 7(3):181-199nervosa and binge eating. Int J Eat Disord 2001 Apr;29(3):345-8

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Manufactured by
Douglas Laboratories
Pittsburgh, PA


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