How L-theanine works
- It elevates levels of GABA, as well as serotonin and dopamine, promoting relaxation and improving sleep.
- It reduces levels of chemicals in the brain that are linked to stress and anxiety.
- It enhances alpha brain waves, which are associated with a state of “wakeful relaxation.”
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