Matcha

Matcha has a vitalizing effect.

Scientific evidence

Green tea contains four major catechins, namely (-)-epicatechin (EC), (-)-epicatechin-3-gallate (ECG), (-)-epigallocatechin (EGC) and (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), the latter of which is the most active and abundant and matcha is their best condensed source.

Good for

Matcha is good for your immune system, your energy level.

Found in

in teas, powders, capsules ...

Benefits

Its health-promoting properties are attributed to its high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory content. Studies confirming the high antioxidant potential of tea drinks claim that this is due to the significant content of catechins, a type of phenolic compounds with beneficial effects on human health. Because of its potential to prevent many diseases and support cognitive function, regular consumption of matcha can have a positive effect on both physical and mental health.

Science in numbers

Alternative name

Môtchà

Numbers

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33375458/

Number of studies

68

Discovered in

1279

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