L-Theanine and the Blood Brain Barrier

Discover how L-theanine, a natural compound found in tea and supplements, enhances focus and wakefulness by crossing the blood-brain barrier and stimulating alpha wave activity. Learn why pairing it with caffeine creates a powerful synergy for improved attention and mental clarity. Perfect for anyone looking to upgrade their coffee experience!

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Researchers of a study looking into the effects of L-theanine on the brain mention that L-theanine, one of the components included in BeElevate’s formulation, crosses the blood brain barrier - a section that creates a barrier between the brain and the rest of the body. In doing so, it stimulates alpha wave activity in the brain which is related to wakefulness and better attention span, which also bears out in direct research related to L-theanine. Interestingly, these effects are seen with low doses, as well as high doses. In the BeElevate formulation, there’s a higher dose, because of its unique effects with caffeine in coffee.

Study
Owen GN, Parnell H, De Bruin EA, Rycroft JA. The combined effects of L-theanine and caffeine on cognitive performance and mood. Nutr Neurosci. 2008;11(4):193-198. doi:10.1179/147683008X301513