Theanine's effect in tea

Theanine is a natural active ingredient found almost exclusively in tea. This is a very good amino acid compound for health that many people do not know. In order to help people better understand the effects of this compound on health, on April 2, Unilever Vietnam Company had a meeting to introduce the effects of Theanine in tea.

The research results conducted by scientists at Oxford University show that Theanine activates alpha wavelengths in the brain, which are electrical impulses emitted by the brain while in a relaxed state but still alert. The study also found that with 50mg of Theanine (in 2-3 cups of tea), the activity of alpha waves in the brain increased at a high level.

(Photo: Chinatownconnection) Speaking at the meeting, Ms. Anna Jacob - Doctor, Nutrition Specialist, Director of Singapore Health and Nutrition Center said: "Tea is not calorie and the second drink after water Top nutritionists recommend use: Tea has an antioxidant effect that helps the body prevent the risk of cardiovascular disease ". According to Anna Jacob, the latest discovery about Theanine is to make black tea a daily drink against nervous stress.

Meanwhile, according to Associate Prof. Dr. Truong Van Tuan, a lecturer at Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy: "Theanine is a compound that plays a catalytic role in metabolic processes and is an agent that helps brain activities to improve Significantly improve and improve the ability to concentrate during the 5 hours after drinking.The spirit of relaxation but still awake, inspired by creativity, helps to find new solutions ".

Because of so many good properties, scientists recommend that people should use about 8-10 cups of tea a day. Depending on preferences, green tea or black tea can be used because the effects of both types are the same.

For many years, Unilever has not only researched and informed consumers about the benefits of tea for health, but also applied those studies to their products, including Lipton brand of gold label. English in the world. Due to the special processing method, with long experience and modern technology, Lipton yellow label maintains high Theanine content while ensuring the special taste of black tea.

In the near future, Unilever will continue to host many programs to widely inform people about the benefits of Theanine to the mental health of users.

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