Glutamate Decarboxylase
Also known as: GAD; Glutamic Acid Decarboxylase
Description
Glutamate Decarboxylase is a type of Decarboxylase Enzyme. It is present in the Brain, Pancreas and the Dermis of the Skin.
Function of Glutamate Decarboxylase
Neurotransmitters
Glutamate Decarboxylase catalyzes the conversion of Glutamic Acid to Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) (GABA). [1]
These Substances may Enhance the Function of Glutamate Decarboxylase
Amino Acids
Taurine may increase the activity of Glutamate Decarboxylase. [2]
Vitamins
Vitamin B6 is a cofactor for Glutamate Decarboxylase. [3]
Other Factors that may Enhance the Function of Glutamate Decarboxylase
Exercise
Regular Exercise may increase the production/activity of Glutamate Decarboxylase. [4]
These Ailments may Interfere with Glutamate Decarboxylase
Aging Process
The Skin’s Glutamate Decarboxylase activity and content declines in tandem with the progression of the Aging Process. [5]
Nervous System
Anxiety patients generally have lowered Brain activity of Glutamate Decarboxylase:
Panic Disorder patients generally have lowered Brain activity of Glutamate Decarboxylase. [6]
Autism patients generally have lowered Brain activity ofGlutamate Decarboxylase. [7]
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