Question 1

What’s the difference between gaba and pharmagaba ?

Accepted Answer

The natural GABA in Thorne's PharmaGABA-100 and PharmaGABA-250 is produced via a fermentation process that utilizes Lactobacillus hilgardii, the bacteria used to ferment vegetables in the preparation of the traditional Korean cabbage dish known as kimchi. Clinical studies show this natural form of GABA can increase the production of alpha-waves in the brain, creating a profound sense of physical relaxation while maintaining mental focus. In contrast, the stress-related beta-waves in the brain are decreased. In addition to changes in brain waves, natural PharmaGABA has been shown to produce relaxation, as evidenced by reduced pupil diameter, heart rate, and two natural markers of stress – salivary cortisol and chromogranin A. In a head-to-head, double-blind trial of natural PharmaGABA versus synthetic GABA, synthetic GABA did not demonstrate these positive effects.

Question 2

If I break this open and mix with water, how would it taste?

Accepted Answer

It does not have much of a taste, we've opened it up and put it in my son's juice (at the recommendation of our doctor.)  And our son drinks it right up :-)

Question 3

What is the specific dose of magnesium citrate used in it, so I can adjust my magnesium supplementation accordingly.

Accepted Answer

Thorne's PharmaGABA-250 contains 18 mg of magnesium citrate, per one-capsule serving.

Question 4

any chance they can get cross contact somehow with gluten? (wheat and all related grains, rye and barley)

Accepted Answer

Thorne’s PharmaGABA-250 does not contain gluten from wheat or any other related grains, such as rye and barley. Thorne deals with the possibility of cross-contamination very seriously by quarantining potentially allergenic raw materials in a physically separate area in our manufacturing facility and by having closed air circulation during manufacturing to prevent cross-contamination. Thorne also requires its ingredient suppliers to disclose their manufacturing procedures, including any possible contact with potential allergens, including corn, dairy, and gluten, among many others. Thorne’s products that do contain known allergens are labeled as such on the product label and on their website.

ASIN	B005P0UCZS
ASIN	B005P0UCZS
Age Range Description	Adult
Brand Name	THORNE
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (609)
Flavor	Natural
Global Trade Identification Number	00693749662013
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Item Dimensions	5.3 x 5.3 x 9.4 cm
Item Form	Capsule
Item Weight	0.15 Pounds
Item model number	SP662-R
Manufacturer	United Earth
Manufacturer	United Earth
Manufacturer Part Number	SP662-R
Material Features	Plant Derived
Model Number	SP662-R
Primary Supplement Type	Natural GABA
Product Dimensions	5.31 x 5.31 x 9.45 cm; 68.04 g
Total Servings Per Container	60
UPC	693749662013
Unit Count	1 Count

Thorne Research, PharmaGABA-250, 60 Veggie Caps

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