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Chewable L-Theanine 100 mg

1 Tablet · 90 servings · $0.16/serving

61 / 100Good

Score Breakdown

Formulation
76
Safety
80
Final score
61/100

Ingredients (3)

L-Theanine

100%

Dose

100 mg

Target

100–250 mg

Form

Taurine

10%

Dose

100 mg

Target

1000–3000 mg

Form

Inositol

5%

Dose

100 mg

Target

2000–4000 mg

Form

Other Ingredients (11)

SorbitolSweetener

A FODMAP sugar alcohol that may trigger GI discomfort (bloating, gas) in individuals with IBS or sorbitol malabsorption, even at small amounts found in supplements. Avoided in low-FODMAP diets.

XylitolSweetener

A FODMAP sugar alcohol that can cause GI distress (bloating, gas, diarrhea) at moderate doses (>10-20g/day), though supplement amounts are typically small. Extremely toxic to dogs — households with pets should store securely.

Beet ColorColorant

Natural red-pink colorant from dehydrated beets or beet juice; the pigment is betanin

Magnesium StearateLubricant

A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production

Natural FlavorsFlavor

Broad regulatory category of flavor constituents derived from natural sources. Composition is proprietary and not disclosed — 'Natural Flavors' can include several hundred different compounds depending on the target flavor profile, including hexane-extracted constituents and proprietary carrier solvents. 'Natural' is a regulatory definition (21 CFR §101.22), not a safety guarantee.

Silicon DioxideAnti-caking

Fine silica powder used to prevent clumping

Hydroxypropyl CelluloseBinder

An inert modified-cellulose polymer used as a binder, film-former, and disintegrant.

Malic AcidAcidulant

Naturally occurring organic acid found in apples, used as a flavor enhancer and acidulant in supplements

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Sources & Scoring

Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).

This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.

The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.