L-theanine found in Green Tea

Cortisyn's L-theanine (Suntheanine™) creates an alert yet totally relaxed state of mind without drowsiness. This brand of L-theanine is clinically proven to:

• Reduce stress
• Improve sleep quality
• Diminish PMS syptoms
• Increase mental acuity
• Reduce negative caffeine side effects

L-theanine is a unique free form amino acid found only in the green tea plant and in the mushrooms Xerocomus badius and certain species of genus Camellia, C. japonica and C. sasanqua.

L-theanine also ddds unami (a brothy or savory) taste when added to water, coffee, tea, etc. Decreases bitter taste when added to coffee, tea, and other beverages and foods. Takes effect within 30 minutes after consumption. No known cautions or drug interactions.

L-theanine and PMS

Studies in cooperation with Taiyo Kagaku Co., The University of Shizuoka, and The

Family Planning Institute of Japan have shown that women taking 200 mg L-theanine daily have lower incidence of PMS symptoms. These symptoms include physical, mental, and social symptoms. Overall, a significant alleviation of PMS symptoms by L-theanine was observed.

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L-theanine appears to have a role in the formation of the inhibitory neurotransmitter Gamma Amino Butyric Acid (GABA). GABA blocks release of the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin, playing a key role in the relaxation effect.

Documented Safety of L-theanine

L-theanine is considered to be safe based on its historical use as a component of tea and on favorable toxicology studies. Tea is the most consumed beverage worldwide after water, and has been consumed for thousands of years by billions of people. It is estimated that a heavy tea drinker (6-8 cups daily) will consume between 200 to 400 mg of L-theanine daily.

Dosage of L-theanine

100 to 200 mg 1 to 3 times daily or as needed depending on stress and anxiety levels. Based on the results of clinical studies, it has been established that L-theanine is effective in single dosages in the range of 50-200 mg. It is suggested that subjects with higher levels of anxiety take a dose at the higher end of the effective range (100 - 200 mg) for best results. L-theanine can also be poured out of the capsule into water, coffee, tea, juice, etc. as it is quickly and completely dissolved. L-theanine potency is not diminished with heat to at least 120 C (100 C is boiling). L-theanine can be taken with meals or on an empty stomach.

The above statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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