L-theanine: morning or night? The best timing depends on why you’re taking it. If your goal is daytime relaxation and support during stressful periods, morning use may suit you. If you’re exploring it to help you unwind in the evening, timing it around your bedtime routine may be more relevant. But first, what actually is L-theanine? It’s an amino acid found naturally in tea. The Herbs of Gold formulation contains AlphaWave L-theanine, which has been studied for its effects on alpha brain wave activity, a pattern associated with a relaxed, awake state. That helps explain why relaxation and mental clarity can go together. Feeling calmer doesn’t necessarily mean feeling sleepy. It also means L-theanine isn’t a guaranteed sleeping tablet. Your response can vary, and persistent difficulty falling asleep or waking through the night deserves a closer look at the contributing factors. In this video, I explain how I think about timing L-theanine for different goals, including daytime stress, focus and evening relaxation. The formulation I discuss is Herbs of Gold L-Theanine 200mg, which you can find on our website. Always read the label and follow the directions for use. For this product, adults take one capsule daily with food, or as directed by a health professional. It is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you take medication, check suitability with your pharmacist or practitioner. Want individualised support with stress or sleep? Book a consultation with Nourishing Apothecary, or start with our free Find the Right Practitioner discovery call. Liverpool, Sydney and Australia wide via Zoom. www.nourishingapothecary.com #LTheanine #StressSupport #SleepSupport #HerbsOfGold #NourishingApothecary - @nourishingapothecary