Neurotransmitters

For years scientists have been investigating the human brain.  The nervous system is arguably one of the most complex systems in nature.  It is responsible for coordinating thousands of processes, from muscle contraction to crying.  The center of the nervous system is our brain.  Containing over one hundred billion specialized cells called neurons, the brain also contains very important chemical messengers called neurotransmitters.  The brain uses neurotransmitters to tell your heart to beat, your lungs to breathe, and your stomach to digest.  They are also necessary for thought processes, emotions, and other essential body functions including sleep, energy, and fear.

At daSilva Institute, we believe the function of the central nervous system, including a balance of neurotransmitters, plays an essential and central role in the health of all body systems. Unfortunately, the nervous system can be easily disrupted through things such as stress, poor diet, toxic chemicals, infections, and genetics.

These factors can cause the levels of neurotransmitters to become either too high or too low.

The answer is targeted nutritional therapies.  By advocating an assess-address approach to the nervous system, Guy daSilva, MD, implements laboratory assessments of the body’s neurotransmitters and is then able to use a protocol that is individually tailored to target their specific nutrition and dietary needs. 

Neurotransmitters are made from various components of food in a normal, healthy diet.  Increasing the amounts of these dietary constituents can help maintain normal neurotransmitter levels.

“The key to achieving successful outcomes with nutritional therapies is knowing which neurotransmitters to target and what ingredients to target them with.”- Guy daSilva, MD

The good news is the neurotransmitter levels can be measured, and there are options for improving nervous system function.

Symptoms of Chemical Imbalances:

• ADD/ADHD
  • Recognizing Signs of ADHD
  • ADHD Questionnaire 
• ANXIETY
  • Recognizing Signs of Anxiety
  • Anxiety Self Test
• DEPRESSION
• INSOMNIA

To learn more about the programs and therapies we have available please call our office at (941) 388-0940.