L-theanine is relaxing and enhances concentration

Japanese green tea contains high amounts of L-theanine- a natural amino acid found in evergreen shade-grown green teas such as gyokuro and matcha.

L-theanine is the main reason why tea is relaxing and relieves stress, as compared with coffee, even though both contain caffeine.

L-theanine has been shown to reduce mental and physical stress, improve cognition and boost mood in a synergistic manner with caffeine.

Consuming green tea can reduce stress and anxiety, and boost mental health and performance by inducing a state of relaxed awareness.

L-theanine reduces heart rate, blood pressure, cortisol, and feelings of stress and anxiety.