The Positive Effects Of Matcha Tea You Didn’t Know About

The origins of Matcha can be traced back almost a thousand years to a Japanese monk studying Buddhism in China. His name was Eisai, and he brought back to Japan tea seeds and the methods to prepare Matcha.

Today, Matcha is on everyone’s lips. You may know that drinking tea made from this vibrant powder is healthy. However, there may be some positive effects that you still don’t know about. Check out the list below to learn something new about this truly special drink.

Anti-Aging Properties

Matcha may not be a miracle cure for wrinkles, but it can help stop the clock in your body. Its high antioxidant content helps fight damage done by toxins and free radicals.

Additionally, Matcha contains catechins which are among the most potent and beneficial to the body. One catechin in particular, epigallocatechin gallate or EGCg, makes up approximately 60 percent of the ones found in Matcha.

Detoxifies

Furthermore, Matcha can also help detoxify the body. The final process of growing the plant causes the production of high levels of chlorophyll. The excess chlorophyll content gives Matcha that vibrant color, but it may also help remove heavy metals and chemical toxins from the body naturally.

Enhances Calm

Do you need a little Zen in your life? Drink a cup of Matcha tea. It contains the amino acid L-Theanine. This amino acid promotes alpha waves in the brain. The result is a relaxed state without drowsiness.

Memory And Concentration Booster

L-Theanine has another positive side effect. It can boost the production of serotonin and dopamine. This leads to an enhanced mood, better concentration, and improved memory. This also comes from the caffeine in the tea.

A Final Word About Matcha

The taste of Matcha isn’t for everyone. It’s relatively strong. And some have likened the flavor to spinach. But before you reach for the sugar canister, you do have other options.

Palo Azul tea has many of the powerful benefits of Matcha tea but is naturally flavored and sweetened. So you get all the benefits without the added calories.

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Tim Shanley is the lead editor at AzulTea.com. Established in 2015, Azul Tea is a supplier of rare teas from around the world. They look to spice up your life with a collection of exotic teas. In his free time, Tim enjoys sailing and hiking with his black lab mix.

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