There is no documentation on it. I am also working on betalains but till date I have not come across neurotransmitting activity of betalains.
Neurotransmitters act on synapses.
Many betalains are soluble in water.
Many betalains and anthocyanins are soluble in water.
Many betalains and anthocyanins are soluble in water.
Neurotransmitters act on synapses.
yes
False
Epinephrine & Norepinephrine (NE)
Retrograde neurotransmitters are released from dendrites and alter the activity of neighbouring cells. This process is the opposite of typical neurotransmitters, which are released from the axon terminal (of a post synaptic neuron) and act on dendrites. Two examples are the gaseous neurotransmitters Carbon Monoxide and Nitric Oxide.
No, not all neurotransmitters act the same way. They have different functions, mechanisms of action, and effects on target cells. Some neurotransmitters, like glutamate, primarily act as excitatory signals, while others, like gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), serve as inhibitory signals. Additionally, they may interact with various receptors, leading to diverse physiological responses in the nervous system.
Neurotransmitters are chemicals that transmit signals between nerve cells, while hormones are chemicals that regulate various bodily functions by traveling through the bloodstream. Neurotransmitters act quickly and have localized effects, while hormones act more slowly and have widespread effects throughout the body.
Not all molecules that act as neurotransmitters in the brain are considered "true" neurotransmitters. Some molecules, like gases (e.g., nitric oxide), lipids (e.g., endocannabinoids), and peptides (e.g., endorphins), can also act as neurotransmitters but are not classified as traditional neurotransmitters like dopamine or serotonin due to their unique chemical properties and modes of action. These non-traditional neurotransmitters play important roles in modulating neural signaling and can have significant effects on behavior and physiology.