Matcha: A Match Made in Heaven

What’s the matta? You need some matcha? We’re here to tell you why the matcha is the move for your next drink, and how you can make the most of this green powder.  After reading, try out your own matcha by purchasing the product from our in-person, or online store.

Matcha, being very similar to Green Tea, has a unique spin that makes this drink different from its caffeinated competitors. Both Green Tea and Matcha come from the Camellia Sinensis plant but its nutrient makeup is what makes the powder have its own unique identity.

In a nutshell, matcha involves a 20-30 minute process where farmers cover the Sinensis plants to decrease the amount of sunlight and allow the growth of chlorophyll and amino acids. Then, the entire leaf is ground up into a fine powder that contains parts from the whole plant leaf.  In comparison, matcha has more nutrients, caffeine, & antioxidants than coffee & Green Tea.

Let's scoop into some of the lean and green benefits behind this caffeine dream!

1. Sky high antioxidants

As discussed before, the high level of antioxidants has its payoff in health benefits.  It creates a reduction in cell damage & even preventing chronic diseases.  In terms of numbers, matcha has 137 times the amount of catechin antioxidants than green tea.  How's that for a whopping cup?!

2. Power Brain Game

It's true, matcha may be the secret ingredient for a long-lasting and healthy brain. Specifically for the functions of attention, reaction time, and memory. By consuming a scoop of two grams of matcha daily and for a month, studies found a vast improvement in the brain function of older people. The secret sauce?  L-theanine: the ingredient that boosts brain waves and ultimately produces relaxation and reduces stress. Summing it all up, the little green pieces in this powder create a peaceful state for the mind.

3. Make it a heart-y habit!

With heart disease leading the globe with its title of being the number one killer, worldwide, matcha steps in to help find a solution. Green tea and matcha go hand in hand in helping lower the levels of “bad” LDL cholesterol, which is a major factor in the risk of heart disease.

4. In: matcha, out: weight loss

Matcha is making moves out in the health department.  Studies show that taking this supplement before exercise can increase fat burning up to 17%. Additionally, drinking green tea throughout anytime during the day can hit the boost button on your 24-hour calorie expenditure. In the end, you’ll find a positive effect on weight loss and metabolism as you sip away at the supplement that saves the day.

5. Cancel cancer!

The big EGCG compound in matcha has even bigger results on the effect of cancer reduction. Green tea extract has a component that has been shown to decrease tumor size and slow the growth of breast cancer. Additionally, EGCG has a positive effect on skin, lung, and liver cancer by inhibiting the growth of these cancer cells.

After a few sips of matcha, you’ll want to hit the cha cha from feeling good and looking great with its rejuvenating properties. Take a sip into these amazing benefits by shopping for our matcha powder today!