Matcha Guide
Our desire is to deliver a matcha experience that exceeds the norm, and to become the embodiment of what is expected from a perfect cup of matcha and more. Whether you are new to matcha or have been perfecting your technique, you will find here all the tips and tricks you need.
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Matcha Benefits
Our Japanese matcha powder contains a concentrated amount of antioxidants, which may reduce cell damage and prevent chronic disease. As organic matcha tea is literally grounded tea leaves it contains all the nutrients from the entire leaf and will tend to have more catechins and antioxidants than steeping green tea leaves in water.
Matcha has been shown to improve attention and memory. It also contains caffeine and L-theanine, which can improve some aspects of brain function. Paired with caffeine, L-theanine can help improve cognitive function and increase focus and alertness. Having a Japanese matcha green tea powder in the morning is perfect when you need your concentration to be at its maximum.
The liver is vital to health and plays a central role in flushing out toxins, and processing nutrients. Matcha is packed with chlorophyll, which cleanses the blood stream, removes heavy metals and other toxins in the body, liberating its capacity to repair, regenerate and rebuild. Several studies show that Japanese green tea (matcha) helps increase metabolism and fat burning, both of which may aid weight loss.
Because of the amino acid L-theanine found in matcha the caffeine is released at a slower and sustainable pace through the day. Matcha contains approximatively 70mg of caffeine per cup, green tea approximatively 35mg and a cup of coffee contains about 95mg. By drinking Matcha powder you will get the caffeine boost without the jitters: Pure clean energy for over 3 to 6 hours.
As the content of antioxidants in Matcha is so high, it helps protect the skin by fighting free radicals, enhancing brightness and promoting a healthy complexion, also known as the matcha glow! Matcha also contains high levels of EGCG which has according to several studies, incredible effects on the skin hydration, on reducing the wrinkle formation and improving the rejuvenation of skin cells. Drinking Matcha tea powder regularly may also help reducing inflammation of the skin and acne as well as increasing skin elasticity.
A Research shows that consuming matcha can significantly reduce LDL cholesterol. LDL also known as bad cholesterol raises the chances of strokes and heart attacks. When combined with a well-rounded diet and a healthy lifestyle, drinking Japanese matcha tea may help keep your heart healthy and protect against disease.
