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L-theanine is an amino acid found primarily in green and black tea and some mushrooms
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, and is said to help ease anxiety, stress, and reduce insomnia.
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Studies have suggested that L-theanine could help people relax before bedtime, get to sleep more easily, and sleep more deeply.
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It may also improve cognitive function and mood
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, reduce stress, anxiety, and schizophrenic symptoms
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, support the heart
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, and increase cognitive performance.
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Better mental focus. Many people drink black or green tea while at work, believing that it boosts their mental focus. A 2012 study supports this idea.
Improved sleep. L-theanine may help people sleep more easily. Several studies have suggested that L-theanine could help people relax before bedtime, get to sleep more easily, and sleep more deeply.
Relaxation. People often drink a cup of tea or another hot beverage to help them relax. Research suggests that the L-theanine in green or black tea may contribute to this feeling of relaxation by reducing a person’s resting heart rate.
Increased cognitive performance. In 2016, researchers reviewed the existing research on the benefits of L-theanine and concluded that this compound could benefit a person’s mental and physical health.
L-theanine: Benefits, risks, sources, and dosage - Medical News Today
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Theanine might also affect the brain chemicals GABA, dopamine, and serotonin. People use L-theanine to improve mental function. It is also used for anxiety, mental impairment, stress, and other...
THEANINE - Uses, Side Effects, and More - WebMD
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L-theanine is an amino acid found primarily in green and black tea and some mushrooms. It’s also available in pill or tablet form.
It’s said to help ease anxiety, stress, and reduce insomnia. Before trying it out yourself, learn more about the potential health benefits, as well as any possible risks or complications.
L-Theanine: Dosage, Benefits, and Side Effects - Healthline
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Theanine supplements may help people feel more relaxed and lower anxiety, some early studies have shown. Theanine supplements helped boys with ADHD sleep better in one small study. Another...
Theanine: Uses and Risks - WebMD
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