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I have chosen to interview a tennis player, “John”. Although not a professional tennis player he competes with family members every other weekend. In addition to eating a well balanced diet and maintaining a healthy weight John keeps himself hydrated by drinking sports drinks, which he believes, gives him an edge. His sports drink of choice is Gatorage Tiger because it has L-Theanine and advanced electrolytes.

L. Theanine is an amino acid, which is found in tea, it claims to help support and maintain mental acuity and focus. Research shows that L-Theanine, directly stimulates the production of alpha brain waves, creating a state of deep relaxation and mental alertness similar to what is achieved

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