Integrative Medicine Alert – August 1, 2023
August 1, 2023
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A Component of Tea to Promote Sleep: A Review of L-theanine as Treatment for Insomnia
This review of eight studies encompassing 417 patients assesses the effectiveness of L-theanine on sleep disorders. Results were inconsistent, but avenues of future study were identified.
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A Closer Look at the Effects of Screen Time on Adolescent Mental Health
This systematic review of 50 studies reveals a correlation between increased social media usage and decreased mental well-being in adolescents of both genders, more significant depression in girls, and an association of high weekday smartphone usage with reduced mental well-being across both sexes. However, the inconsistency of the findings necessitates additional studies before generalization.