CALM · FOCUS
L-Theanine Chews
ALPHAWAVE® L-THEANINE · 200MG PER CHEW · NATURAL LEMONADE
Form
Chewable
Servings
30
Daily Dose
1–3 chews
Type
L-Theanine (AlphaWave®)
$32.99
$1.33 per serving · 30 chews per bottle · use as needed
200mg of AlphaWave® L-Theanine per chew — the clinically studied form of the amino acid found in green tea. Increases alpha brain wave activity for calm focus without drowsiness. Take it for pre-meeting stress, post-caffeine jitters, post-workout reset, or 30 minutes before bed. Natural lemonade flavor, no artificial sweeteners.
⚠ Contains:
No added sugar. Sweetened naturally with xylitol and monk fruit extract — no aspartame, sucralose, or acesulfame-K. Gluten free. Vegetarian. Contains xylitol — keep away from dogs.
Great for
- Adults looking for calm focus without sedation
- People who want to smooth out caffeine jitters without reducing focus
- Anyone using a fast-acting tool for pre-meeting or pre-presentation stress
- Adults who want a gentler pre-sleep wind-down without melatonin
- Active adults supporting nervous system recovery after intense training
- People who prefer chewables over capsules
Not ideal for
- Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals without provider consultation
- Anyone under 18 without provider consultation
- Households with dogs that may access the product (contains xylitol, which is toxic to dogs)
- Individuals taking blood pressure medication without provider consultation (L-Theanine may have mild blood pressure effects)
- Individuals on sedatives or stimulant medications without provider consultation
- Anyone with a known allergy to xylitol, monk fruit, or any listed ingredient
FDA-Registered Facility
Made Under cGMP
Identity Verified
Free Shipping
Manufactured in the USA. AlphaWave® L-Theanine sourced from Ethical Naturals, Inc., the original developer and patent holder of the AlphaWave® branded form. Produced through a proprietary fermentation process that yields a highly purified form of the amino acid — verified through clinical research at The Wellington Sleep Investigation Centre.
Non-GMO
Gluten Free
Vegetarian
No Artificial Sweeteners
No Added Sugar
Made in USA
cGMP Compliant
No Proprietary Blends
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Full transparency. Full ingredient disclosure.
One active. One purpose. 200mg of AlphaWave® L-Theanine per chew — the same clinically studied branded form used in published sleep and relaxation research. No proprietary blends. No artificial sweeteners. The "other ingredients" exist only to make the chewable a chewable — and every single one is disclosed.
| Ingredient | Dose | Purpose |
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L-Theanine (AlphaWave®)
Pharmaceutical-grade L-Theanine produced through proprietary fermentation
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200 mg | An amino acid found naturally in green tea. Research shows L-Theanine increases alpha brain wave activity, the EEG signature of relaxed alertness. AlphaWave® is the clinically studied branded form, supported by a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial at The Wellington Sleep Investigation Centre. |
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Xylitol
Naturally derived sugar alcohol
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— | A naturally occurring sugar alcohol used in place of sugar or artificial sweeteners. Xylitol gives the chewable real sweetness and structure without spiking blood sugar — and lets us avoid synthetic sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame entirely. |
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Tapioca Powder
Plant-based binder
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— | Plant-derived starch from the cassava root that helps hold the chewable together. |
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Medium Chain Triglycerides
MCT, plant-derived
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— | Plant-based fat used as a processing aid for consistent texture and mouthfeel. |
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Natural Flavors
Lemonade flavor system
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— | Provides the natural lemonade flavor profile. No artificial colors or flavors. |
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Vegetable Stearin
Plant-based flow agent
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— | Plant-derived flow agent that prevents ingredients from sticking during production. No animal-derived stearates. |
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Inulin Powder
Soluble plant fiber
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— | A soluble plant fiber from chicory root that supports texture and acts as a mild prebiotic. |
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Silica
Naturally occurring mineral
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— | Used in small amounts as an anti-caking agent to keep the chewable from clumping. |
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Pea Starch
Plant-based starch
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— | Plant-derived starch that supports the chewable's structure. |
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Citric Acid
Natural acid
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— | Provides the natural tart note in the lemonade flavor profile. |
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Monk Fruit Extract
Natural sweetener
|
— | Zero-calorie natural sweetener from monk fruit (luo han guo). Used instead of artificial sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame. |
L-Theanine (AlphaWave®)
Pharmaceutical-grade L-Theanine produced through proprietary fermentation
200 mg
An amino acid found naturally in green tea. Research shows L-Theanine increases alpha brain wave activity, the EEG signature of relaxed alertness. AlphaWave® is the clinically studied branded form, supported by a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial at The Wellington Sleep Investigation Centre.
Xylitol
Naturally derived sugar alcohol
—
A naturally occurring sugar alcohol used in place of sugar or artificial sweeteners. Xylitol gives the chewable real sweetness and structure without spiking blood sugar — and lets us avoid synthetic sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame entirely.
Tapioca Powder
Plant-based binder
—
Plant-derived starch from the cassava root that helps hold the chewable together.
Medium Chain Triglycerides
MCT, plant-derived
—
Plant-based fat used as a processing aid for consistent texture and mouthfeel.
Natural Flavors
Lemonade flavor system
—
Provides the natural lemonade flavor profile. No artificial colors or flavors.
Vegetable Stearin
Plant-based flow agent
—
Plant-derived flow agent that prevents ingredients from sticking during production. No animal-derived stearates.
Inulin Powder
Soluble plant fiber
—
A soluble plant fiber from chicory root that supports texture and acts as a mild prebiotic.
Silica
Naturally occurring mineral
—
Used in small amounts as an anti-caking agent to keep the chewable from clumping.
Pea Starch
Plant-based starch
—
Plant-derived starch that supports the chewable's structure.
Citric Acid
Natural acid
—
Provides the natural tart note in the lemonade flavor profile.
Monk Fruit Extract
Natural sweetener
—
Zero-calorie natural sweetener from monk fruit (luo han guo). Used instead of artificial sweeteners like sucralose or aspartame.
How this product is made and what we verify before it ships.
FDA-Registered Manufacturing
Produced in a US manufacturing facility registered with the FDA for dietary supplement production. The registration is independently maintained and subject to federal inspection.
Made Under cGMP Standards
Production adheres to current Good Manufacturing Practices, the federal framework that governs identity, purity, strength, and composition of every batch. All processing happens in dedicated clean rooms designed to prevent cross-contamination.
Branded, Clinically Studied Active
The L-Theanine in this product is AlphaWave® from Ethical Naturals — a clinically studied, fermentation-produced form, not generic L-Theanine. Supported by a double-blind, placebo-controlled human trial at The Wellington Sleep Investigation Centre.
Raw Materials Tested for Identity & Heavy Metals
Each incoming raw material batch is verified against identity and purity protocols before production begins. Heavy metals screening is part of the standard intake process.
Microbial Safety Checks
Both the production environment and the finished product are tested for microbial hazards. Contamination controls are monitored throughout holding, processing, and packaging.
200mg Clinical Dose, As Labeled
Each chew delivers 200mg of AlphaWave® L-Theanine — the standard dose used in human research. No proprietary blends. No fairy-dust amounts. What's on the label is what's in the chew.
We don't cite studies to impress — we cite them so you can verify. Each finding maps to peer-reviewed, publicly available research.
Stress and sleep quality
AlphaWave® L-Theanine has been shown to reduce perceived stress and improve sleep quality in a 28-day randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. A separate single-dose study at the Wellington Sleep Investigation Centre found that 200mg of AlphaWave® significantly increased tonic alpha brainwave activity — the EEG signature of relaxed wakefulness — while reducing heart rate, anxiety, and fatigue compared to placebo.
View on PubMed → (opens in new tab)
Alpha brain waves and relaxed alertness
L-Theanine significantly increases alpha brain wave activity within 30–45 minutes of ingestion — the same brainwave pattern seen during meditation and relaxed, focused attention. EEG studies show this effect translates to a state of 'wakeful relaxation': calm without drowsiness.
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Acute stress response
A single 200mg dose of AlphaWave® L-Theanine has been shown to blunt the body's physiological stress response. In a randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study, participants given AlphaWave® before an acute stress test showed significantly higher frontal alpha brainwave activity and lower salivary cortisol — a recognized biomarker of physiological stress — compared to placebo.
View on PubMed → (opens in new tab)
Focus and cognitive performance
L-Theanine has been shown to improve attention and cognitive performance, particularly under demanding conditions. In a placebo-controlled trial, L-Theanine combined with caffeine improved both speed and accuracy on attention-switching tasks at 60 minutes, and reduced susceptibility to distraction in memory tasks at both 60 and 90 minutes — without the jitter typically associated with caffeine alone.
View on PubMed → (opens in new tab)
Adults: chew 1 tablet as needed for calm focus, stress relief, or 30 minutes before bed. May be taken up to 3 times daily. Pairs well with caffeine to smooth out the jitters without reducing focus. Not intended for use as a daily continuous supplement — designed for situational use.
Serving Size
1 chewable tablet
Servings Per Container
30
L-Theanine Per Serving
200 mg (AlphaWave®)
Flavor
Natural lemonade
Honest expectations. Here's what consistent daily use typically looks like.
30–60 minutes
Onset
L-Theanine crosses the blood-brain barrier within 30 minutes. Most users notice a subtle shift toward calm focus or relaxation within the first hour of taking it.
First few uses
Pattern recognition
L-Theanine works acutely — every dose has its own effect, not cumulative like adaptogens. Use it situationally for stress, focus, sleep prep, or alongside caffeine.
Ongoing
As-needed tool
Unlike daily-foundation supplements, L-Theanine is designed to be used when you need it. No build-up window. No cycling required. Take it before a stressful meeting, after a hard workout, or 30 minutes before bed.
Every MAXIS product is designed to work alongside the others. Here's how L-Theanine Chews pairs with what we carry.
Pairs with
Creatine Monohydrate
Training stresses both the body and the nervous system. L-Theanine can be taken pre- or post-workout to support a calmer recovery state without sedation.
Pairs with
Magnesium
Both support relaxation through different mechanisms — magnesium for muscle and nervous system, L-Theanine for brain wave activity. A common pre-sleep pairing.
Pairs with
Ashwagandha+
Ashwagandha works daily on baseline stress; L-Theanine works acutely in the moment. Together they cover both the long-term stress system and in-the-moment reset.
L-Theanine is an amino acid found naturally in green tea. Research shows it increases alpha brain wave activity — the brain state associated with relaxed, alert focus. The result is what many people describe as 'calm without drowsiness.' It supports relaxation without sedation, which is why it's commonly paired with caffeine.
AlphaWave® is produced through a proprietary fermentation process that yields a highly purified form of L-Theanine. It's been studied in a double-blind, placebo-controlled human trial at The Wellington Sleep Investigation Centre. Generic L-Theanine on the market varies widely in purity and stereochemistry — AlphaWave® is verified.
No — that's the whole point. Unlike sedatives, L-Theanine promotes a state of relaxed alertness. Most users report feeling calmer and more focused, not drowsy. That said, taking it before bed can support sleep quality because it lowers the mental noise that often keeps people awake.
Yes — this is one of L-Theanine's most popular uses. Many users pair it with caffeine to smooth out the jitters, reduce the post-caffeine crash, and improve focus. A common ratio is 200mg L-Theanine + 100mg caffeine, though tolerance varies.
Up to 3 chews per day for healthy adults. Research has used L-Theanine doses up to 400–600mg daily without adverse effects, but most people find 200mg (one chew) sufficient for situational use.
L-Theanine has an excellent safety profile and has been studied for daily use. That said, this product is designed for situational use — when you need it. There's no need to take it every single day to maintain an effect.
L-Theanine onset is faster when chewed — it begins absorbing through the mouth before reaching the stomach. The chewable also lets you skip water, which matters when you want a quick reset in a meeting, before a workout, or when traveling.
Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol used as a low-glycemic sweetener and to give the chewable its texture. Important note: xylitol is toxic to dogs even in small amounts. Keep this product out of reach of pets.
COMPLETE YOUR STACK
Products that pair with L-Theanine Chews.
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Ashwagandha+
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen. Individual results may vary.
L-Theanine Chews
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