Why is everyone talking about L-Theanine?

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Aug 26, 202611:30Health

877. L-theanine, an amino acid found in tea leaves, is having a moment with longevity enthusiasts and menopause influencers alike, promoted to calm anxiety, clear brain fog, improve sleep, and slow aging. But does the re...

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