topicL-Theanine Cognition Randomized Trial
claimFor risk of bias assessment, the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool (version 2.0) was used.
evidence level1
citationMátyus RO (2025)
sourcePromising, but Not Completely Conclusive-The Effect of l-Theanine on Cognitive Performance Based on the Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trials.
topicL-Theanine Cognition Randomized Trial
claimBackground: Green tea ( Camellia sinensis ) has been consumed for centuries, and its beneficial effects on human health have been studied in recent decades.
evidence level1
citationMátyus RO (2025)
sourcePromising, but Not Completely Conclusive-The Effect of l-Theanine on Cognitive Performance Based on the Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trials.
topicL-Theanine Cognition Randomized Trial
claiml-theanine, an active ingredient in green tea, has been used to improve cognition and mood.
evidence level1
citationMátyus RO (2025)
sourcePromising, but Not Completely Conclusive-The Effect of l-Theanine on Cognitive Performance Based on the Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trials.
topicL-Theanine Cognition Randomized Trial
claimPurpose : We hypothesised that cognition following consumption of an isomaltulose beverage would be comparable to that of an isoenergetic sucrose-based beverage, but the latter would attenuate post-ingestive metabolic responses.
evidence level4
citationBloomfield PM (2026)
sourceIsomaltulose-Based Stimulant Beverages Can Improve Postprandial Metabolic Responses Without Compromising Cognitive Benefits Associated with Caffeinated Energy Drinks.
topicL-Theanine Cognition Randomized Trial
claimMethods : Thirty adults (15 males, 15 females) aged 21-44 years completed three experimental sessions, following at least 3 h fasting.
evidence level4
citationBloomfield PM (2026)
sourceIsomaltulose-Based Stimulant Beverages Can Improve Postprandial Metabolic Responses Without Compromising Cognitive Benefits Associated with Caffeinated Energy Drinks.