NOW Foods Supplements, L-Theanine 100 mg with Decaf Green Tea, Stress Management*, 90 Veg Capsules

Amazing product to have if you experience periodic anxiety due to a high stress job or just feeling more anxious than usual. Works for me within 30 mins, without making me sleepy or losing focus at work!! This is extremely important for those who work in a fast pace environment. Also, this has had no interaction with any of the other supplements I take.Overall, stay alert and focused but with less anxiety!

I have done extensive research on L-Theanine supplements and this is one of my TOP brands. I have been very pleased with the quality and consistency of this product. This particular version also contains Green Tea which is a natural source of Theanine. As you can see from my photos, the capsules are not too large and I find them easy to swallow. If needed, you can also open them up and sprinkle on food, add to a drink, etc.There is quite a bit of clinical research on Theanine to help with mood, relaxation, stress, etc, so I encourage everyone to take a little time and review some of this information. Stay healthy, Enjoy Life, & Keep Smiling.

I was using the Jarrow brand, which I liked and trusted, but they suddenly got super duper expensive. I've been using the 5-HTP from this brand and liking it, so I thought it would try their l-theanine.I was worried that the decaffeinated green tea extract would be a little stimulating and contribute to my insomnia, since I'm very sensitive to stuff like that. I'm happy to report that I don't sense any stimulation and in fact take this right before bed with no problems. Combined with their 5-HTP and a different brand of melatonin, I have found this to be a potent helper with sleep.(Also check out a supplement called Sleep Factors if you're having trouble sleeping. That stuff really helped with my insomnia, but I developed a gaba sensitivity and can't take it anymore.)

My experience was positive. As advertised, this product delivers and performs as expected. It mellows me out and I only use it when I need it. The difference in concentration is noticeable, and I enjoy the way it makes me feel.

Well, I can tell you, if you have anxiety or panic disorder like me you need to try L-theanine. I don't know if the brand matters, although this has green tea in it, some people have stomach issues with that.Either way, if you have panic disorder or anxiety give this a try. I am using 200 mg of l-theanine and the effect is great. Its not a high feeling, in fact I don't notice anything, except..... it prevents me from getting to that next level of panic. Let me explain, before I would hear a loud bang, or smell a strange smell(I work in chemical manufacturing so a strange smell to me is more than just a strange smell) and these triggers would set off full blown panic attacks. Now, with L-theanine, while I still may get a little panic, it never gets to that next level of extreme fear, shaking, palpitations etc etc... this really helps in a subtle but very important way. It's almost like its bringing me to normal.I am only taking 200 mg, and from what I have been reading 400-800 mg is when most people get the full benefits , but I'm already seeing it at 200 mg. I gave this 4 stars because, its good, but get a 200 mg pill. I don't think it matters what brand, just get 200 mg's size pills. Now foods always has made good quality products though, just in case you have never used them before. And you might want to avoid the green tea, not sure, more personal preference than anything.

My daughter says it helps her sleep

Used for calming, especially at bedtime

I took a different version of this I guess about a year ago, and the effects were pretty mild, despite being twice the strength. I can say within 30 minutes of taking this product I started noticing an affect. It was pretty dramatic as I had taken it after having some coffee, and instead of getting more revved up, I started calming down.Later the same day my mood kept improving, and I was laughing with friends by evening. I can't remember the last time I had a good belly laugh over something silly. Definitely a mood changer.I'm just getting started with this but, wow, definitely not a placebo. Very reasonably priced, and NOW seems to be a good brand. I just hope it continues to work as well over time. I'm very impressed.I also want to mention I've been taking HCF (happy, calm, focus) , which is another amino acid. It takes the edge off and improves mood, but this works even better. Perhaps it's the combination of both, I don't know. Whatever it is I hope it continues to work as well. I feel great.Update: Unfortunately the wonderful results I had from this initially disappeared very quickly. Major bummer as the first day I took it it was really great. I do think overall it does help to take the edge off. Will continue to take for while.