L-theanine 200 mg, 60 caps

Stress reduction, mood improvement – the therapeutic effects of L-theanine

Known as L-g-glutamylethylamide, L-theanine is rapidly absorbed in the small intestine, crosses the blood-brain barrier and has a protective effect on nerve cells. L-theanine increases the production of serotonin and dopamine and GABA in the brain. Serotonin and dopamine (known as "happy hormones") and GABA are neurotransmitters and play a role in regulating mood, emotion, alertness, concentration, sleep and other bodily functions. GABA acts as an inhibitor, slowing down or blocking certain nerve signals, which affects how people can experience fear and stress.

Why it's worth it.

• neuroprotective effects

• improves memory, concentration and cognitive function - increases the intensity of alpha brain waves

• has a calming effect and helps reduce feelings of stress 

• helps with sleep 

• prolongs the effects of coffee (better tolerance and no energy loss)

• antidepressant effect

• reduces anxiety

While L-theanine increases relaxation chemicals in the brain, it also reduces those associated with stress and anxiety by acting on alpha 1 and 2 brain wave activity, which helps relax the mind and prepare us for sleep or, combined with caffeine, also helps reduce mental fatigue and aids concentration.

Although larger-scale studies are needed, small-scale studies have shown a variety of health benefits of L-theanine, particularly in relation to L-theanine and sleep and stress. For example, studies show that L-theanine:

1. May help reduce acute stress in people experiencing stressful situations. (research)

2. Can calm the mind without causing drowsiness. (research)

3. Can help reduce mental fatigue and promote concentration when combined with caffeine. (research)

4. May help with recovery when combined with melatonin. (research) , (research)