GABA

Erasing Fears & Traumas Based on the Modern Neuroscience of Fear

Andrew Huberman

An inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, whose levels are increased by drugs like Benzodiazepines to reduce anxiety, and which is also involved in the prefrontal cortex's inhibition of the threat reflex.

Sleep Toolkit: Tools for Optimizing Sleep & Sleep-Wake Timing

Andrew Huberman

A supplement that, when taken with glycine, is said to enhance the ability to get into sleep, recommended every third or fourth night.

The Science & Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Andrew Huberman

An inhibitory neurotransmitter associated with lower anxiety levels and neural circuit balance, which appears to be reduced in OCD patients due to hormonal influences.

#59–Jason Fung, M.D: Fasting as an antidote to obesity, insulin resistance, T2D, & metabolic illness

Peter Attia MD

An over-the-counter supplement, even in its peripheral form, suggested to reduce sympathetic tone during fasting to improve sleep.

How to Optimize Your Hormones for Health & Vitality | Dr. Kyle Gillett

Andrew Huberman

Gamma-aminobutyric acid, the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. Progestogenic activity helps improve sleep by acting as a GABA agonist. Some sleep supplements and substances like alcohol and benzodiazepines also work on GABA.

Dr. Andrew Huberman — A Neurobiologist on Sleep, Performance, and Anxiety | The Tim Ferriss Show

Tim Ferriss

A neurotransmitter that can be taken in capsule form to aid sleep, but not recommended for chronic use.

Master Your Sleep & Be More Alert When Awake

Andrew Huberman

A neurotransmitter that helps turn off excessive thinking and promote relaxation, which can be increased by certain forms of magnesium.

The No.1 Brain Doctor: This Parenting Mistake Ruins Your Kids Brain & Alcohol Will Ruin Yours!

The Diary Of A CEO

Neurotransmitter/supplement recommended for anxiety.

The Truth About Alcohol: Risks, Benefits, and Everything In-Between

FoundMyFitness

Dom D'Agostino Returns (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Tim Ferriss

A neurotransmitter, sometimes taken before sleep for its calming effect.

Dr. Dominic D'Agostino on Fasting, Ketosis, and The End of Cancer

Tim Ferriss

An inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, naturally elevated by the ketogenic diet, which can promote sleep and brain homeostasis.