The Anti-Stress Effects of L-Theanine
With all the stress that most of us experience on a daily basis it would very helpful if there was a substance that would help to bring some relief. It would also be nice if that substance was not habit forming or when taken,and allow use to function effectively Well such a substance has been found. L-theanine is a unique amino acid found in green tea. In Japan almost 2 billion dollars worth of L-theanine is sold yearly for stress relief. L-theanine has been found to have strong relaxing effect without sedation.
The chemical structure of L-theanine is gamma-ethylamino-L-glutamic acid. Because the content of L-theanine is dependent upon variable growing conditions of green tea Japanese scientists found a way to produce this substance in the laboratory to its identical form found in nature.
L-theanine works by stimulating production of alpha brain waves, which creates a deep state of relaxation while maintaining mental alertness. It also appears to be involved in producing GABA (gamma amino butyric acid). GABA is well known for its relaxing effects.
So if you are looking for help, look for L-theanine.
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by Dr. Steven Felder
