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L-Theanine vs Melatonin

The Bottom Line

Melatonin has been studied much more extensively than L-Theanine, with 607 studies compared to 22. This means we have a clearer picture of what Melatonin can do.

22

L-Theanine studies

607

Melatonin studies

Shared Conditions

Condition L-Theanine Melatonin Winner
Insomnia A A Tie
Sleep Onset Difficulty A A Tie

Unique to L-Theanine

Anxiety-Related Sleep Problems

Unique to Melatonin

Age-Related Sleep Changes
Circadian Rhythm Disorder
Jet Lag
Shift Work Sleep Disorder

Can They Be Combined?

L-Theanine and Melatonin are generally safe to take together. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.

Individual Profiles

L-Theanine

22 studies | 3 conditions

Melatonin

607 studies | 6 conditions

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