Do you have a COMT SNP? If so, its best t work with a Practitioner. In the meantime here is a bit of info.
– Neurotransmitters are chemicals in the brain that help to control states of consciousness, including moods. Serotonin and GABA down-regulate electrical activity in the brain, thereby contributing to calm, peacefulness, or less anxiety. Adrenaline and nor-adrenaline up-regulate electrical activity thereby promoting excitement, motivation, or, reducing depression and apathy. Dopamine is the “feel good” brain chemical. It is the dance of these electro-chemicals that produce emotional balance and feelings of well-being. In your case, the COMT enzyme, which breaks down the excitatory neurotransmitters (adrenaline, nor-adrenaline and dopamine), is impaired. This can result in feelings of being “wired”, sleep issues, addiction issues, mood swings and other neurotransmitter imbalances. This is because, high levels of excitatory neurotransmitters will down-regulate the associated receptors, and feedback pathways, thereby resulting in mood swings and cravings. The goal in most cases is to optimize your COMT enzyme’s ability to “smoothly” break down your excitatory neurotransmitters. This is done by providing the mineral and vitamin co-factors necessary to optimize COMT enzyme operation. Lifestyle and dietary changes may also be necessary. Boosting GABA and serotonin support may also assist in balancing.
Cynthia
