Suntheanine
Also known as: Taiyo L-Theanine, Pure L-Theanine
Taiyo's pharmaceutical-grade pure L-isomer theanine, the most-studied theanine form with clinical alpha brain wave and stress-reduction data.
- Clinical dose
- 200 mg Suntheanine increased alpha brain wave activity and reduced stress markers vs placebo (Kobayashi et al., 1998)
- Typical label dose
- 100–400 mg/day
- Category
- Nootropic
- Focus
- Stress Resilience
- Sleep Quality
- Mental Clarity
- Anti-Anxiety
What it is & how it works
Crosses BBB; increases alpha brain waves (relaxed alertness); modulates glutamate, GABA, serotonin, and dopamine; reduces sympathetic nervous system activity.
Dosage
The clinically studied dose is 200 mg Suntheanine increased alpha brain wave activity and reduced stress markers vs placebo (Kobayashi et al., 1998).On labels you'll typically see 100–400 mg/day.
What the research shows
Premium focus and sleep formulas specify Suntheanine for the pharmaceutical-grade L-isomer purity, generic theanine often contains inactive D-isomer.
Studies & citations
Formulas it appears in
- Focus Formula
- Sleep Aid
- Nootropic
- Pre-Workout
Focus Formula
Categories
Suntheanine FAQ
What is Suntheanine?
Taiyo's pharmaceutical-grade pure L-isomer theanine, the most-studied theanine form with clinical alpha brain wave and stress-reduction data.
How much Suntheanine should I take per day?
The clinically studied dose is 200 mg Suntheanine increased alpha brain wave activity and reduced stress markers vs placebo (Kobayashi et al., 1998).
What does Suntheanine do?
Premium focus and sleep formulas specify Suntheanine for the pharmaceutical-grade L-isomer purity, generic theanine often contains inactive D-isomer.
What is Suntheanine found in?
Focus Formula
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