L-Theanine

Ethical Naturals extends AlphaWave stress-relief benefits

28-May-2024 By Asia Sherman

A new study funded by ingredient supplier Ethical Naturals supports the safety and efficacy of longer-term AlphaWave L-theanine supplementation to manage stress, improve sleep quality and increase mental focus.

Prior conditions impact effectiveness of sleep supplements, study finds

15-Jun-2023 By Olivia DeSmit

In a study recently published in Nutrients, researchers found a link between prior conditions and the effectiveness of sleep supplements. The four supplements tested, l-theanine, GABA, AVLE and l-serine resulted in better sleep overall, and improved certain...

Ingredient blend may boost attention and focus under stress: RCT

12-Aug-2022 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of herbs, minerals and vitamins may improve attention, and lower anxiety under stressful conditions, according to two studies using Sanofi’s commercially available Teadiola product.

‘Sleep and relaxation are still a white space’: Celesta CEO talks formulation opportunities

18-Jul-2022 By Stephen Daniells

Despite significant growth and consumer interest in products for sleep and stress management, the categories remain a white space, says the CEO of a new company exploring multi-ingredient blends to target multiple biological pathways.

Second study bolsters relaxation benefits of AlphaWave brand of l-theanine, supplier says

19-Oct-2021 By Hank Schultz

Ingredient supplier Ethical Naturals said a second study on its AlphaWave shows the ingredient eased stress among participants who were completing a mental arithmetic test. Several measures, including a brain wave scan, supported the conclusion.

Science builds for L-Theanine’s cognitive benefits: RCT

03-Aug-2021 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements containing L-theanine from tea my boost measures of cognitive function such as attention and memory in middle-aged and older adults, suggests a new study from Japan.