iamscaredoflife
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Reason I joined the forum simply was to mention an amino acid called L Theanine that some people may want to try
and see if it helps. I would though double check with your Doctor before taking as it does increase serotonin levels and not sure how that would interact. It is though a natural product produced from Green Tea . You can get from Natures Best - Vitamins, Minerals and Nutritional supplements. UK Mailorder who are very good reliable co.
I am pasting the Study details below but if you do a search on google then will find more info. It definately has a calming effect as I can vouch for. May need to take 2 or 3 tablets.
L-T® (Theanine or L-Theanine)
L–T (Theanine) is the major free-form amino acid found in green tea leaves.
L–T (Theanine) produces a tranquilizing effect in the brain without causing drowsiness or dull feelings. Studies reflect L–T increases alpha waves in the brain that produces muscle relaxation and decreases stress-tension pain. To induce relaxation the suggested does of L–T is 1 capsule, and effects are felt within 30 minutes. For more rapid absorption dissolve 1 capsule in water; effects are felt within 20 minutes. One capsule of L–T may be taken, four times daily to maintain continuous mood elevation and relaxation.†
L–T (Theanine) has a major role in the formation of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA. A study published in the Journal of Food Science & Technology in 1999 confirms theanine has a significant effect on the release of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin. †
Neurotransmitters are the chemical language of the brain. The study suggested L–T (Theanine) is a safe and effective dietary supplement for natural relaxation—stress, anxiety, and tension pain. Research studies confirm L-theanine’s safety plus there is a long history of green tea consumption.†
Suntheanine™ (Theanine) is the trademarked product of Taiyo International, Inc. L–T (Theanine) readily crosses the blood brain barrier and changes brain chemistry in a way that compares to a deep meditative state. Studies demonstrate theanine is a safe, non-toxic, highly effective amino acid that creates alpha waves in the brain. Alpha waves depict the brain’s deep state of relaxation.†
Clinical studies show effectively that L–T (Theanine) has the following characteristics:
4L–T (Theanine) reduces stress/anxiety by inducing relaxation.†
4L–T (Theanine) increases focus, concentration, and learning.†
4L–T (Theanine) lowers blood pressure.
4L–T (Theanine) lowers PMS symptoms.†
4L–T (Theanine) reduces tension muscle pain.†
4L–T (Theanine) modulates mood.†
4L–T (Theanine) reduces the effects of caffeine.†
Theanine Compared to St. John’s Wort and Kava Kava
Both Kava Kava and St. John’s Wort have many negative side effects associated with them. L–T has no side effects.
and see if it helps. I would though double check with your Doctor before taking as it does increase serotonin levels and not sure how that would interact. It is though a natural product produced from Green Tea . You can get from Natures Best - Vitamins, Minerals and Nutritional supplements. UK Mailorder who are very good reliable co.
I am pasting the Study details below but if you do a search on google then will find more info. It definately has a calming effect as I can vouch for. May need to take 2 or 3 tablets.
L-T® (Theanine or L-Theanine)
L–T (Theanine) is the major free-form amino acid found in green tea leaves.
L–T (Theanine) produces a tranquilizing effect in the brain without causing drowsiness or dull feelings. Studies reflect L–T increases alpha waves in the brain that produces muscle relaxation and decreases stress-tension pain. To induce relaxation the suggested does of L–T is 1 capsule, and effects are felt within 30 minutes. For more rapid absorption dissolve 1 capsule in water; effects are felt within 20 minutes. One capsule of L–T may be taken, four times daily to maintain continuous mood elevation and relaxation.†
L–T (Theanine) has a major role in the formation of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA. A study published in the Journal of Food Science & Technology in 1999 confirms theanine has a significant effect on the release of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and serotonin. †
Neurotransmitters are the chemical language of the brain. The study suggested L–T (Theanine) is a safe and effective dietary supplement for natural relaxation—stress, anxiety, and tension pain. Research studies confirm L-theanine’s safety plus there is a long history of green tea consumption.†
Suntheanine™ (Theanine) is the trademarked product of Taiyo International, Inc. L–T (Theanine) readily crosses the blood brain barrier and changes brain chemistry in a way that compares to a deep meditative state. Studies demonstrate theanine is a safe, non-toxic, highly effective amino acid that creates alpha waves in the brain. Alpha waves depict the brain’s deep state of relaxation.†
Clinical studies show effectively that L–T (Theanine) has the following characteristics:
4L–T (Theanine) reduces stress/anxiety by inducing relaxation.†
4L–T (Theanine) increases focus, concentration, and learning.†
4L–T (Theanine) lowers blood pressure.
4L–T (Theanine) lowers PMS symptoms.†
4L–T (Theanine) reduces tension muscle pain.†
4L–T (Theanine) modulates mood.†
4L–T (Theanine) reduces the effects of caffeine.†
Theanine Compared to St. John’s Wort and Kava Kava
Both Kava Kava and St. John’s Wort have many negative side effects associated with them. L–T has no side effects.