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L-Theanine
Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical93 servings
The dose here lands inside the range studies actually used.
Dose At dose vs. studied dose
How to takeSuggested Usage: Take 1/8 level teaspoon daily in juice or water, preferably on an empty stomach. Do not exceed recommended dose.
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Gluten Free
- Dairy Free
How it scores
Overall
B
Evidence
B
Dose
A
Formulation
A
Is it dosed to do anything?
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L-Theanine
At the studied dose285 mg / day studies used 50-400 mg · 12 studies
What L-Theanine is good for
- Grip strengthC
Strengthen your grip
Muscle function
- StressC
Reduce daily stress
Anxiety & stress
- Impulse controlD
Improve impulse control
Attention & executive function
- Sleep qualityB
Improve sleep quality
Sleep
- Focus under loadC
Improve focus under pressure
Attention & executive function
What's in it
Serving size 0.125 tsp (approx. 0.3 g)
- L-Theanine 285 mg -
Other ingredients
Clean formula. The inactive ingredients are standard capsule components.
- None
Reported interactions
- Interacts with:
- Doxorubicin ·Morphine ·Capecitabine ·Oxaliplatin ·Nicotine ·Tetrahydrocannabinol ·Mecamylamine
- Side effects:
- Fatigue ·Headache ·Nausea ·Dizziness ·Dysgeusia ·Anxiety
From research databases. Not medical advice — talk to your physician.