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Theanine

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Last discussed Jul 22, 2026

An amino acid commonly found in tea leaves, used as a supplement to promote relaxation and better sleep.

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Pinealon Direct rival
sleep peptide for REM

Andrew says try Theanine first; Pinealon is a last resort after other options fail.

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Andrew Huberman

"I've gotten great benefit from the mag 3-and-8, apigenin, theanine stack. I don't think you need Pinealon until you've tried everything else, and then maybe try a supplement stack or even just one of those things."

Recommended before resorting to Pinealon

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Andrew Huberman
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Used for: Sleep improvement as part of a foundational supplement stack Praised: Part of a stack that provides great sleep benefit vs: Recommended before resorting to Pinealon

"I've gotten great benefit from the mag 3-and-8, apigenin, theanine stack. I don't think you need Pinealon until you've tried everything else, and then maybe try a supplement stack or even just one of those things."

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"Apigenin, 50 milligrams, which is essentially chamomile extract, and theanine."

"The other thing is theanine. 100 to 200 milligrams of theanine, for me, also helps me turn off my mind and fall asleep."

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