Theanine
*** Dr. Orman's Optimal Health eNewsletter ***
You drink a cup of coffee and have a hyper reaction within 20
minutes. You drink a cup of tea and all is well. Why?
Tea contains virtually the same amount of caffeine but it also
contains an amino acid known as theanine**, a type of relaxant.
Theanine has been studies overseas since 1964 but it the effects
are only starting to be appreciated in the USA now. Let's take a
look at some areas: Theanine readily crosses the blood-brain
barrier of humans and exerts subtle changes in biochemistry. An
increase in alpha waves has been documented. The effects are
similar to taking a relaxing, hot bath. Unlike tranquilizers, it
does not interfere with one's ability to think or process infor-
mation. In fact, theanine increases concentration and focuses
thought patterns. (This is actually the concept behind the
ancient Japanese tradition of Tea Ceremonies.) Theanine is also a
caffeine antagonist; simply stated, it reacts in the opposite
fashion. It also creates a sense of well being by increasing
dopamine levels, another brain chemical associated with mood
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One of the most unique features is theanine's ability to protect
neurons. Specifically, theanine protects against glutamate, an
essential brain chemical that is toxic in high amounts. Although
essental to brain functioning, an excess of glutamate kills brain
cells. (The most common reason for this is poor blood supply to
the brain. Glutamate surges - calcium increases - free radical
damage occurs.) Finally, theanine has been shown to lower blood
pressure, reduce stress and improve symptoms of PSM.
Next trip to Starbucks, pass on the mocha and ask for the Green
Tea!
To your health,
Dr. David Orman
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