As a neurotransmitter, dopamine's mechanisms and interactions with other neurotransmitters are explored.
The episode discusses the roles of various neurotransmitters, such as dopamine, adrenaline, and serotonin, in modulating immune responses and influencing healing and recovery.
The role of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine in depression and the mechanism of action of antidepressants are discussed in detail.
While the focus is on glutamate, the episode also touches on the roles of other neurotransmitters, such as GABA, dopamine, and serotonin, in modulating brain function.
The production of neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA by gut bacteria and their influence on the brain is a key topic.
In addition to dopamine, the episode briefly discusses the roles of other neurotransmitters like norepinephrine and serotonin in working memory and cognitive performance.
The topic of neurotransmitters is closely tied to many of the podcast episodes, as they are fundamental to the functioning of the brain and nervous system.
Several episodes, such as How Dopamine Works, Metabolism, Brain Energy, and Mental Health with Dr. Chris Palmer, and Why We Get Depressed with Heather Berlin, delve into the mechanisms and roles of specific neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine, and how they influence cognitive function, mood, and overall mental health.
Other episodes, such as How to Enhance Your Gut Microbiome for Brain & Overall Health and Moment 161: The Surprising Link Between Your Gut And Your Brain: Gary Brecka, explore the gut-brain axis and how the gut microbiome can modulate the production and regulation of neurotransmitters, impacting both physical and mental well-being.