Yoga May Elevate Brain GABA Levels, Suggesting Possible Treatment For Depression
Date:
May 22, 2007
Source:
Boston University
Summary:
Researchers
have found that practicing yoga may elevate brain gamma-aminobutyric
levels, the brain's primary inhibitory neurotransmitter. The findings
suggest that the practice of yoga be explored as a possible treatment
for depression and anxiety, disorders associated with low GABA levels.
