Matcha comes from the same plant as green tea, but since it is made from the entire leaf ground to a fine powder, it packs in a more concentrated amount of antioxidants and beneficial plant compounds.

Farmers grow matcha by covering their tea plants 20–30 days before harvest to avoid direct sunlight. This increases chlorophyll production, boosts the amino acid content, and gives the plant a darker green hue.

Scientific research has established a whole range of health benefits obtained by regular consumption of matcha tea, ranging from enhancing weight loss to decreasing the risk of heart disease.

It can help protect the liver as well as kidney function, promote heart health and enhance cognitive functions. It contains a greater amount of caffeine and antioxidants than typically found in green tea. By increasing your antioxidant intake you reduce free radical damage and prevent several degenerative diseases.Matcha is rich in catechins ,natural antioxidants that help against free radicals that cause cell damage and are at the source of degenerative, chronic disease, including cancer.

Another study conducted with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease patients, showed that matcha significantly reduced liver enzyme levels ( a marker of liver damage). In general , some research points out to a decreased risk of liver disease among people drinking matcha regularly.

Additionally , matcha could help enhance brain function. Studies show that matcha drinking caused improvements in attention, reaction time and memory in groups that included old people with some decline in cognitive performance. Matcha contains a more concentrated amount of caffeine than green tea, packing

In 35 mg of caffeine per half teaspoon (about 1 gram) of matcha powder; this could be the main factor behind the brain function improvement.

Interestingly enough, matcha contains a compound called l-theanine, which alters the effects of caffeine, promoting alertness and avoiding the energy levels crash that may follow caffeine consumption.L-theanine has also been shown to increase alpha wave activity in the brain, which may help induce relaxation and decrease stress levels.

Furthermore several health-promoting compounds present in matcha have been linked to cancer prevention, a decrease in tumor size and the slowed growth of breast cancer cells. One of the mentioned compounds is epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), a type of catechin that has been shown to have powerful anti-cancer properties, and which matcha contains in significant amounts.

One test tube study found that the EGCG in matcha helped kill off prostate cancer cells.

Other test tube studies have shown that EGCG is effective against skin, lung, and liver cancer. In conclusion

, several tests and animal studies seem to show that the EGCG in matcha may inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

Matcha has been shown to reduce levels of total and “bad” cholesterol, as well as triglycerides. It may also help prevent the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, another beneficial action that may protect against heart disease and stroke.

When combined with a well-rounded diet and healthy lifestyle, drinking matcha may help keep your heart healthy and protect against both degenerative and infectious diseases, by boosting overall defenses.

Matcha tea is well known for its ability to enhance weight loss. In fact, studies show that it helps speed up metabolism to increase energy expenditure ,boost fat burning and maintain weight loss.

How to prepare:

You can make traditional matcha tea by sifting 1–2 teaspoons (2–4 grams) of matcha powder into your cup, adding 2 ounces (59 ml) of hot water, and mixing it together with a bamboo whisk.You can also adjust the ratio of matcha powder to water based on your preferred consistency.

For a thinner tea, reduce the powder to a half teaspoon (1 gram) and mix with 3–4 ounces (89–118 ml) of hot water.If you prefer a more concentrated version, combine 2 teaspoons (4 grams) of powder with just 1 ounce (30 ml) of water.

It’s best to stick to 1–2 cups per day as excessive consumption of caffeine might affect your sleeping patterns.

It can help protect the liver as well as kidney function, promote heart health and enhance cognitive functions. It contains a greater amount of caffeine and antioxidants than typically found in green tea.

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