Green Theanine is found in greatest abundance in Japanese green tea. L-Theanine is a non-protein amino acid that is used to promote relaxation, modulate mood and support overall health. Platinum Naturals' Green Theanine contains Suntheanine® L-Theanine, a 100% pure patented pharmaceutical grade L-Theanine from Taiyo, Japan, as well as decaffeinated green tea and organic alfalfa leaf.
Promotes relaxation and stress relief...
L-Theanine is one of the few nutrients able to cross the blood-brain barrier with relative ease. By altering levels of serotonin, dopamine and other neurotransmitters in the body, L-Theanine encourages relaxation without causing drowsiness, eases anxiety and increases alpha brain wave activity, the type associated with relaxation.
Balances the brain...
L-Theanine acts as an antagonist to caffeine. L-Theanine has been shown in animal studies to counteract the negative effects of caffeine and ephedra, while increasing the output of the brain neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). GABA acts as a "balancer" for the brain.
Controls blood pressure...
It is common knowledge that stress is associated with spontaneous hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults. Research has shown L-Theanine is effective at decreasing or eliminating the onset of spontaneous increases in blood pressure. This may be due to L-Theanine's ability to promote calmness, concentration and focus during stressful times.
Curbs food cravings...
Cortisol, the stress hormone, is an adrenal hormone that induces carbohydrate cravings and increases the insulin response, causing fat storage in the belly area. Recently, researchers found that women who secreted higher levels of cortisol while under stress had a much greater tendency to snack on high-fat foods. L-Theanine lowers cortisol production and therefore carbohydrate cravings by promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels.
What are its benefits?
The FDA allows the following function/structure claims:
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Promotes relaxation
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Promotes relaxation without drowsiness
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Helps promote a restful, relaxed state
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Promotes a sense of relaxation
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Reduces stress
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Helps to reduce stress
Other Possible Benefits:
In addition, clinical studies have shown that L-Theanine reduces the negative side effect from caffeine while maintaining the alertness. Subjects in the study did not experience increased blood pressure or loss of sleep from taking ephedrine and caffeine-based supplements. However, they experienced the same amount of increased energy and weight loss. While evidence is not conclusive, L-Theanine may also lower cholesterol, improve learning and concentration, and heighten mental acuity. L-Theanine may also help to promote sleep for people who have insomnia because of anxiety or because their mind is "racing".
Stress Buster
Feeling stressed? You are not alone. Stress is considered to be one of the top contributors to poor health and diseases. Extreme stress over a period of time can lead to insomnia, anxiety, depression, cardiovascular disease, cancer, lung disease, accidents, and suicide. L-Theanine may be useful to use as a temporary basis to combat stress until a long-term program can be developed by your doctor.
Directions: Take 100 mg 3 times daily or when needed. It is recommended that one does not exceed 6 capsules within 6 hours and 12 capsules within 24 hours.
Warnings: L-Theanine is non-toxic at even high dosages. Studies also indicate that it is not mutagenic. L-Theanine is naturally found in food and therefore, likely to be safe in low dosages. Although L-Theanine appears to be safe, for a long-term solution it is always prudent to address the root cause of one's problem. Consult a health care provider if you have any medical conditions before use.
