Somalyze Reviewed

GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) strikes a balance between the excitation and inhibition of the brain. This abundant inhibitory neurotransmitter is vital for our well being, as it brings on relaxation and sleep. Due to its stimulating effect on the anterior pituitary, it increases the levels of Human Growth Hormone or HGH that is very anabolic and lipotropic. Obviously, the use of GABA supplement has a positive effect on the anabolic (muscle building) and lipotropic (fat preventing) effects. Like all other supplements, GABA may also cause mild side effects if taken more than the recommended dose. Some of the side effects of GABA include mild tingling sensation around the face and neck area and slight change in breathing patterns or heart rate that normalize in a short while. Thankfully, GABA side effects are not so severe. Due to its mild sedative effect, you must ideally take GABA before going to bed.

Gelatin constitutes the shells of pharmaceutical capsules in order to make them easier to swallow. Gelatin is a translucent, colourless, brittle, nearly tasteless solid substance, extracted from the collagen inside animals' connective tissue. It has been commonly used as a gelling agent in food, pharmaceutical, photography, and cosmetic manufacturing.

Magnesium Stearate is coommonly used as a filling agent in the manufacture of capsules and tablets, such as vitamins, the source of this ingredient is typically bovine. However, there is an increasing number of vegetarian options in which the product specifically indicates it contains magnesium stearate from vegetable sources.

Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain regulating other hormones and circadian rhythm in the body. It determines when we sleep and when we awake. Activated by darkness, it remains suppressed during the day. Melatonin levels are age related, with children having high levels which diminish with increasing age leading to disturbed sleep in the aged. It controls the onset of menstruation and menopause in women. Melatonin is known for its antioxidant properties. Melatonin supplements prevent insomnia, improve the quality of sleep and increase morning alertness. It is known to stimulate bone growth, prevent headaches and migraines and reduce depression and anxiety. It reduces sleep disturbances in children with ADHD. Reduced melatonin production leads to an increased risk of cancer.

Phosphatidylcholine is used for treating anxiety, eczema, gallbladder disease, hepatitis, manic-depressive illness, peripheral vascular disorders, hyperlipidemia, improving ultrafiltration in peritoneal dialysis, tardive dyskinesia, premenstrual syndrome, memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, immunodepression, and preventing aging. Intravenously, phosphatidylcholine is used for angina, lipid atheromas, fat embolism, ypercholesterolemia, liver disease, and fatty plaque deposits. Subcutaneously, phosphatidylcholine is used for lipoma, periorbital fat pad herniation, xanthelasmas, and removing fatty deposits for cosmetic purposes.

Phosphatidylethanolamine

Propionyl Carnitine ethyl ester

Usnic Acid

Vitamin E is an antioxidant that is known for protecting the tissues of the body from damage caused by free radicals.