11/18/2025
🌿 TEACHABLE TUESDAY: L-THEANINE — THE CALM IN YOUR SCOOP
We talked the other day about all the different types of stress that creep in during the holidays—family dynamics, last-minute shopping, way too many social plans, or just the overall pressure to make everything feel magical.
So today, let’s get into one of the ingredients in Magic Scoop that actually helps your body handle that stress.
Let’s talk about one of the most underrated ingredients in Magic Scoop: L-theanine..
L-theanine is a naturally occurring amino acid most commonly found in green tea leaves. It’s what gives a cup of matcha its trademark calm, focused vibe—without knocking you out or winding you up.
But it’s not just some wellness buzzword. This little compound works with your brain chemistry in a pretty fascinating way.
Here’s what it does once it hits your system:
🧠 Boosts alpha brain waves — these are the ones linked to calm alertness and creative flow (a.k.a. that sweet spot between wired and sleepy)
😌 Helps modulate stress hormones — L-theanine gently nudges down cortisol (your stress hormone) and supports the production of GABA, serotonin, and dopamine, which help regulate mood and anxiety
⚖️ Balances out caffeine — on its own, caffeine can spike adrenaline and make you jittery. Paired with L-theanine? You stay sharp, but way more steady.
Unlike some ingredients that take weeks to build up, L-theanine can start doing its thing within 30–60 minutes. It’s quick, it’s subtle, and it works in the background like a supportive friend for your nervous system.
That’s why every scoop of Magic Scoop includes 100mg of L-theanine—a functional dose that helps your body respond to stress with more grace and less chaos.
No crash. No fog. Just smooth, balanced energy.
