Is L-Theanine + Caffeine worth it?

[Vali2003]

I want to improve my productivity and have read that L-Theanine works well with caffeine to induce a calm state of focused concentration. 

I’m gonna try it out in the next days. Have any of you here made experiences with that before and has suggestions on dosage? 

Also, I’d be interested in knowing what you guys and gals think of nootropics to improve productivity in general. It’s a topic I’m quite ignorant on. Is there genuine potential, or is it more of a gimmick? 

[integration journey]

Yes 

[Joshe]

A few years back, a company called Kitu or something like that made these caffeine + L-Theanine drinks. I would mix one of those with some modafinil and consciousness opened up like crazy. I wouldn't consider this a productivity boost though. Just a boost in consciousness. 

Aside from that, I haven't noticed any benefit of just L-Theanine and coffee.

[Rigel]

Cardio makes caffeine way better than L-theanine ever could. It requires effort though, I get it. We loose 99% of people right there.

I don’t think it’s worth it. Just another bill. What does L-theanine cost where you live? Maybe you rich & don’t care to pay for placebo every month.

Try it out. Your experience may differ.

[Recursoinominado]

Yes, it works to take the edge off the caffeine, creating a good synergy. 

I would suggest starting with 100mg of caffeine + 200mg of theanine. 

Both are pretty cheap, but if you want to try a more expensive option, i like to mix caffeine with CBD (from cannabis). 

A good CBD oil will take most of the anxiety away and improve your mood and the caffeine will keep you alert and focused.