Head to head
L-tyrosine vs Magnesium L-threonate
On the strength of human evidence, L-tyrosine comes out ahead (evidence 45 vs 35). But they're often used for different things — read each claim before deciding.
L-tyrosine
Limitedfor stress and sleep loss, not everyday focus
Marketing intensity 55 of 100. Evidence strength 45 of 100. Verdict: Slightly overhyped.
Genuinely helpful for holding cognition together under acute stress or sleep deprivation - but largely useless as an everyday 'focus' pill when you're rested.
Full evidence on L-tyrosine →Magnesium L-threonate
▲ Trendingthe 'brain magnesium' with thin, industry-funded data
Marketing intensity 80 of 100. Evidence strength 35 of 100. Verdict: Severely overhyped.
Marketed as the magnesium that reaches your brain. The human evidence is one or two small, industry-funded trials - promising, nowhere near proven, and priced at a steep premium.
Full evidence on Magnesium L-threonate →Side by side
| Metric | L-tyrosine | Magnesium L-threonate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall tier | Limited | Limited |
| Evidence score | 45/100 | 35/100 |
| Hype score | 55/100 | 80/100 |
| Verdict | Slightly overhyped | Severely overhyped |
| Safety concern | low | low |
Quick answers
L-tyrosine or Magnesium L-threonate — which has better evidence?
On the strength of human evidence, L-tyrosine comes out ahead (evidence 45 vs 35). But they're often used for different things — read each claim before deciding.
Can you take L-tyrosine and Magnesium L-threonate together?
This page compares the evidence, not interactions. Some supplements interact with each other or with medications — check each one's safety section and talk to a pharmacist before stacking.