{"title":"Theanine","description":"\u003cp\u003eL-theanine is an amino acid found naturally in tea, and one of the most searched calming supplements in the UK, often chosen alongside caffeine or on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in this range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone L-theanine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— such as Higher Nature's or HealthAid's, giving you full control over the amount you're taking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL-theanine with B6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— New Leaf Products' formula, pairing it with a B vitamin that has an authorised claim for normal psychological function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptogen combination formulas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— such as London Nootropics' coffee blend or Suave Moss Lifestyle's gummies, pairing L-theanine with ashwagandha and other ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL-theanine doesn't currently hold an authorised UK\/EU health claim, but it's generally well-tolerated with few known interactions. Our FAQs below cover how it compares to other options in this range.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"solgar-l-theanine-150-mg-30-vegicaps","title":"Solgar L-Theanine 150 mg - 30 Vegicaps","description":"\u003cp\u003eSolgar® L-Theanine 150 mg contains the non-dietary amino acid and natural phytochemical L-Theanine. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMany people turn to a comforting cup of tea when we’re feeling anxious or stressed. This may be due to L-Theanine, an amino acid that is commonly found in green tea.  It was discovered as a constituent of green tea in 1949 and in 1950 was isolated from gyokuro leaves. It is also the L-Theanine that provides a unique savory (umami) flavor to green tea infusions.  As well as green tea, L-Theanine can also be found in black, and white teas from the Camellia sinensis plant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eL-Theanine is an amino acid. 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