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What is Matcha?



Is it a coffee or a tea?

Matcha is a powder that’s made of finely ground green tea leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant. Matcha is grown differently from green tea. When growing matcha, the tea plants are shade-grown for about three to four weeks before harvest. This process causes the plants to produce more caffeine and theanine, which results in matcha’s unique nutrient composition.


Matcha is typically stronger than regular green tea since it contains the whole tea leaf. You can use matcha in teas, lattes, smoothies, and even baked goods.


Health Benefits

Matcha is rich in caffeine and amino acids. Like green tea, matcha has a high concentration of antioxidants, including catechins, which may help prevent cell damage and lower your risk of chronic diseases. Some studies also suggest that the catechins and caffeine found in matcha may have a mild beneficial impact in weight loss and management.


In addition, matcha can provide other health benefits, studies suggest positive impact on May help combat depression, May protect bone health, Improved Cognitive Performance, and Liver Health.


Summary

Matcha is rich in antioxidants and offers many potential health benefits. When matcha powder is used for green tea, there can be positive effects on cholesterol, blood pressure, and brain function. Because of matcha's caffeine content and potential to interact with medications, talk to your healthcare provider about whether this form of green tea is a good fit for your personal health goals.

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