L-Theanine is an amino acid found almost exclusively in tea that influences the central nervous system through a number of mechanisms. It crosses the bloodbrain barrier in a dose-dependent manner within 30 minutes, and influences levels of the neurotransmitters dopamine, gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), serotonin, norepinephrine, and glutamate. These effects cause a significant increase in alpha brain wave activity, indicative of a state of wakeful relaxation, increased performance under stress, improved learning and concentration, as well as decreased anxiety.
Studies also suggest that L-theanine may have neuroprotective properties against brain injury, such as that resulting from stroke, as well as from environmental neurotoxins. L-Theanine’s neuroprotective capacity has been attributed to its effects on N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors, and brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) production. Because it reduces levels of norepinephrine, it has also been shown to have a hypotensive effect. In clinical trials, L-Theanine has been shown to buffer sympathetic activity during stressful events, reducing subjective as well as physiological stress responses.
Benefits
•Contains Suntheanine®, the most clinically-studied L-theanine
•Suntheanine® is a pure form of L-theanine, naturally extracted from green tea using a patented enzymatic process
•Reduces stress and anxiety, restoring a calm mental state
•Chewable tablets are convenient and fast-acting
•Delicious tropical fruit flavored chewable
Chew 1–2 tablets 3 times per day or as directed by a health care professional.
Serving Size: 2 tablets
Amount Per Serving:
Calories ... 15
Total Carbohydrate ... 4g
Sugars ... 3g
Suntheanine® L-Theanine ... 200mg
Other Ingredients: Organic cane juice, xylitol, stearic acid, silica, natural fruit flavor (pineapple, banana, pomegranate, mango and passion fruit), citric acid, magnesium stearate (vegetable grade).
Product contains no: artificial colors or sweeteners; no gluten, soy, wheat or yeast.
While no specific contraindications exist or are predicted, data is lacking for use during pregnancy, lactation, and in children, and the dosage may need to be reduced for those less than 18.
Drug Interactions: L-Theanine is known to have a hypotensive effect in some individuals, and concomitant use of with antihypertensive drugs may potentiate their activity.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
