L-Theanine is a naturally occurring amino acid most commonly found in green tea (Camellia sinensis). It’s famous for producing a state of calm alertness — reducing anxiety while simultaneously improving mental clarity, focus, and cognitive performance. Unlike sedatives or pharmaceutical anxiolytics, L-Theanine works gently with the brain’s own chemistry, helping you feel more settled, centred, […]

Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the brain’s main inhibitory neurotransmitter—its natural “calm-down” chemical. When levels are healthy, the mind feels steady, the nervous system feels safe, and the body can rest, digest, heal, and recover. When GABA is low, people may feel anxious, wired, overstimulated, tense, or unable to switch off. In naturopathic practice, this neurotransmitter […]

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, meaning our bodies cannot produce it naturally and we must obtain it from our diet. While often associated with turkey and Thanksgiving dinners, it plays a critical role in the functioning of the nervous system, brain, and overall mental health. This amino acid is a precursor to several vital […]

Dopamine is one of the most influential neurotransmitters in the human body — a chemical messenger that helps transmit signals between nerve cells in the brain. Known as the “motivation molecule”, it is central to how we experience pleasure, reward, focus, and drive. It fuels our sense of purpose, creativity, and enthusiasm for life. What […]

SAM-E (S-Adenosylmethionine) and Serotonin Support SAM-E (S-Adenosylmethionine) is available as both a homeopathic preparation and a nutritional supplement. It is commonly used to support nervous system function and may assist with symptoms associated with low mood, despondency, stress, anxiety, depression, pain management, and liver health. SAM-E is a naturally occurring compound produced in the body […]

The Green tea plant originated in China, where it has been used for centuries for both pleasure and health. As tea culture expanded, it spread throughout Asia and eventually into Western societies via trade routes, including Turkish and Middle Eastern traders. All traditional teas come from the same evergreen plant, Camellia sinensis, and include green, […]

What Is Lecithin? Lecithin is a naturally occurring fatty substance found in plant and animal foods, especially in soybeans, egg yolks, sunflower seeds, and organ meats. It is a type of phospholipid, which is an essential building block of cell membranes and a key component in the metabolism of fats. From a naturopathic perspective, it […]

The herb St Johns Wort has been traditionally used to help support the nervous system. Many people give great testimonials in regards to this herb helping to give support to their nervous system, reduce feelings of depression and is more commonly used in Germany than prescription anti-depressants are for depression. ACTIONS OF ST JOHNS WORT […]

Major depressive disorder is the leading cause of disability in the U.S. for people aged 15 to 44; it affects over 16.2 million adults and is more prevalent in women than in men. The widespread nature of this disease has led researchers to conduct studies into potential ways to address symptoms without resorting to medication. Classic […]

Serotonin is a powerful neurotransmitter required for the brain and body to feel happy, it is often labelled the ‘happy hormone’.  Up to 90% of serotonin is found in the gut.  It is no wonder that with the poor habits of the Western diet we see so many stagnate gut conditions such as candida, leaky […]