2072: 4 Stimulants in Tea - More Than Just Caffeine by Kris Gunnars with Healthline on L-Theanine, Brain Function & Alpha Waves

Published: Feb. 18, 2024, 8 a.m.

b'Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\\nEpisode 2072:\\nKris Gunnars explores the distinct effects of tea on the brain, attributing its unique, milder buzz to four key stimulants: caffeine, theobromine, theophylline, and L-theanine. Unlike coffee\'s robust kick, tea offers a gentler, more sustained energy boost, enhancing alertness and focus without the wired feeling, making it an ideal choice for prolonged concentration tasks or for those sensitive to caffeine\'s stronger impacts.\\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/stimulants-in-tea\\nQuotes to ponder:\\nThe effect provided by tea is like being gently encouraged to do something by a loving grandmother, while coffee is like being kicked in the butt by a military officer."\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'