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New British beer activates the neurotransmitter GABA and provides a feeling of intoxication without alcohol, addiction or hangover.
A scientific breakthrough in the UK promises to change the way people consume alcohol. Neuroscientist David Nutt, chief scientific officer of GABA Labs, developed a beer capable of providing a feeling of drunkenness, but without alcohol and without a hangover.
The secret lies in activating the neurotransmitter GABA, which is responsible for feelings of relaxation and sociability, but without causing dependence or harm to health.
The news comes at a time when the number of people seeking alternatives to traditional alcohol is growing, especially among young adults concerned about the harmful effects of excessive consumption.
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According to the creator, the drink provides the same pleasure as a regular beer, but without the side effects of a hangover or the risks of alcoholism.
How GABA-Activating Beer Works
The technology behind this innovative beer lies in the way it stimulates GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) — a natural neurotransmitter in the brain.
Unlike dopamine and endorphins, GABA acts as a relaxant, reduces anxiety and promotes socialization, but without causing aggression, addiction or prolonged intoxication.
According to Nutt, the effect begins between five and ten minutes after consumption and disappears in about half an hour.
This occurs thanks to a combination of plant extracts that stimulate the natural production of GABA in the brain, simulating a state of mild drunkenness, but without alcohol.
A non-alcoholic beer, but with the same pleasure
The drink is part of the SENTIA Spirits product line, created by GABA Labs, located on the outskirts of London.
The brand name is a direct tribute to the neurotransmitter GABA, the scientific basis of the entire project.
This non-alcoholic beer seeks to offer the same social ritual as traditional consumption, but with a healthier profile.
Therefore, it can appeal to both those who want to reduce their alcohol consumption and those who want to avoid hangover symptoms.
Additionally, according to experts, non-alcoholic beverages are often rich in antioxidants, which can contribute to physical and mental well-being.
Effects and precautions for consumption
Although it does not contain alcohol, the beer that activates the GABA causes relaxation effects similar to those of drunkenness.
Therefore, the scientist himself warns that it is not recommended to drive after consumption, even if the product is not detected in breathalyzers.
"The relaxing effects of GABA appear within 5 to 10 minutes of consumption and disappear within about half an hour," explains David Nutt. The idea, he says, is to provide a pleasant and sociable experience without the risks of alcohol.
Market revolution and new consumption habits
The emergence of this innovative beer could represent a revolution in the global beverage market. As awareness of the harm caused by alcohol grows, safe and sustainable alternatives are gaining ground among consumers who prioritize health and well-being.
The creation also reflects a change in mentality among new generations, who seek pleasurable experiences without compromising physical and mental balance.
Thus, GABA Labs aims to transform people's relationship with drinking — offering a way to socialize lightly, guilt-free, and without hangovers.
Wow, I didn't even read the article, but I hope it's not beer made from pee and urine, because I saw an article, I don't remember if it's in Holland, but there they're making a beer 🍺 made from pee and urine, which I would never drink, for me this is absurd, they have to sue a company that makes beer 🍻 made from pee and urine, wow, everything is getting ****!