L-theanine No Appetite - Alternative Medicine Message Board

proudmommie · 12-28-2008, 12:02 PM

I took L-theanine for anxiety and it helps but I have no appetite what so ever and I love to eat. It was kinda too good to be true that I would be able to tolerate it. I also tried 5-htp and had a decreased appetite and way too hyper. I refuse to take meds for anxiety so if you have any suggestions please help. Let me know your experience on L-theanine.

jenj770 · 12-28-2008, 01:19 PM

Have you tried Valerian root?

proudmommie · 12-29-2008, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by jenj770

Have you tried Valerian root?

No I have not. I know most people use it for sleep and I don't really need it for sleep more for mild stress and anxiety.

kittywitty · 12-29-2008, 07:31 PM

I take valerian as needed for anxiety and it doesn't make me sleepy. Everybody's different, though, you could try it and see how it affects you. Another herb that I heard was good, although I haven't tried it personally, is holy basil.

kellibear · 01-11-2009, 03:39 PM

kava is the best herbal remedy for anxiety. some say it can cause liver damage--but this is extremely rare when used as directed.