THE TEACHING CONNECTION
The glutamate-to-GABA connection
The glutamate-to-GABA connection
Dr. Purser’s course uses GAD/GABA teaching to explain a connection between excitatory and inhibitory signaling. GAD1 encodes an enzyme involved in producing GABA from glutamate. B6, amino-acid findings and the person’s medication history are relevant parts of that discussion.
Putting the pieces together
When you review a GAD1 result, your clinician may also look at B vitamins, magnesium, inositol, amino acids, fatty acids, and antioxidant findings. The gene result does not measure brain chemicals or replace mental health care.
Where the VARS Triad and MTHFR Daily fit
If you are exploring homocysteine or cytokines, Dr. Purser may discuss MTHFR Daily and the VARS Triad: VARS Glutathione, VARS SOD, and VARS Catalase. He gives glutathione a central place in his approach to antioxidant support.
A gene result alone cannot tell you that you need these products or that they will treat a condition. Review your current results, medicines, goals, and tolerance with your clinician before choosing a product or dose.
A question to bring to your visit
What changed after each product, caffeine change or medication change, and which current findings support the proposed explanation?
Reading your own results
Bring your original report, current results, health history, and medicines to your visit. This information can help you ask questions, but it cannot diagnose a condition or choose a supplement dose for you.
Variant lookup
These names can help you find an entry on your original genetic report. Seeing a name here does not tell you whether it affects your health or whether you need treatment.
Names you may see
Glutamate Decarboxylase 1
EXPLORE WITH YOUR CARE TEAM
Supplements to explore
Compare the products below, including their ingredients and available forms. Your care team can help you choose one or more options for your needs.
Explore supplements Dr. Purser discusses alongside inflammation and antioxidant support.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
PharmaGaba
Dr. Purser discusses these supplements in relation to GAD1.
Some genetic results may make these options more relevant to you. Review your full genetic report with your clinician before choosing a supplement.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
Taurine
Dr. Purser discusses these supplements in relation to GAD1.
Some genetic results may make these options more relevant to you. Review your full genetic report with your clinician before choosing a supplement.
CAPSULES & LIQUID
Glutathione options
Choose between capsule and liquid forms with your clinician.
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
VARS SOD
Ask your clinician how this option fits your results and current medicines.
See more supplement options
SUPPLEMENT OPTIONS
VARS Catalase Support
Ask your clinician how this option fits your results and current medicines.
COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS
Methylation support
MTHFR Daily and Hydroxy B12 + Folinic Acid are alternatives. Your results can help your clinician choose between them.
Tell your care team which supplements and medicines you already take. Check the product page for current ingredients, prices, and availability.
