Anxiety was on the rise even before COVID-19 pushed us all into even more pronounced panic. So anything that can help us humans feel calmer and more centered is particularly welcome right now.
Several fascinating studies have shown that theanine, a compound found in tea and some mushrooms, is connected to better brain and heart health and to longevity.
Some of theanine’s biggest fans are the parents of children with autism. Children in the United States and across the globe are suffering from anxiety, and children with autism often suffer from higher rates of anxiety than neurotypical youngsters, according to 2015 research published in Current Opinion in Psychiatry.
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