Theanine Anxiety
Theanine is often helped to reduce anxiety and promote feelings of well being and relaxation.
Theanine (gamma-ethylamino-L-glutamic acid) is an unique amino acid found in trace amounts in green tea. It converts in the brain into GABA, the neurochemical involved in inhibiting over active mental activities, such as stress, anxiety, worrying, and nervousness. Unlike herbs theanine protects & enhances Cognition, without causing sleepy or drowsiness.
-Biochemical Effects-
- Instant relaxation due to its potent effects on raising GABA
- Unlike the supplement GABA it passes through the blood brain barrier readily and has superior GABA raising effects.
- Has been studied compared to Paxil.
-Notes-
In Japan it is used in soft drinks much like caffeine is added in the US, but to relax rather than stimulate the mind.
Dosage:
200-1000mg daily.
-When can I feel it?-
Works within a few hours.
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