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Glutamate is an amino acid that is produced in the body and also occurs naturally in many foods. Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is the sodium salt of glutamic acid and is a common food additive. MSG is made from f…
Read guide →How does alcohol affect glutamate levels? Alcohol leads to the short-term inhibition of glutamate receptors in the brain. This inhibition decreases glutamate activity, which slows down brain functioning and co…
Read guide →Locations: AdvertisementAdvertisement Glutamate is the most abundant excitatory neurotransmitter released by nerve cells in your brain. It plays a major role in learning and memory. For your brain to function …
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