Matcha is one of the oldest traditions of Japanese culture. It is a dried green tea of the highest quality. So it is nothing more than green tea powder. This powder is stored away from light and air to preserve its bright green colour and antioxidant properties.
The use of matcha tea has become very widespread in recent times, either as a hot drink without additives or with milk, and it is also added to desserts. Matcha is an herb that contains many nutrients necessary for a healthy body, as it reduces the chances of illness, especially when taken continuously.
Benefits of matcha tea
Matcha is one of the best types of tea because it contains vitamins and antioxidants that benefit the body, make you feel comfortable and give you energy. Many scientific studies have investigated and studied matcha tea and its benefits. It was found to be associated with the following health benefits:
Helps to lose weight
Matcha green tea reduces glucose and carbohydrate absorption and increases metabolic rate. Weight reduction is one of the benefits of matcha desired by most people who drink it, and its mechanism of action is to speed up metabolism, which increases energy expenditure, followed by weight loss. Exercise is also preferable to obtain the desired result. Matcha does not contain sugar or preservatives.
Improves skin health
The antioxidants present in matcha green tea trap and neutralise oxygen free radicals in the skin, thus slowing down the ageing process. Reduces acne and redness. Matcha green tea is able to improve uneven skin tone and remove dead skin cells.
Cleanse the body of toxins
Matcha green tea is grown in the shade, which allows the plants to produce additional chlorophyll. The resulting high levels of chlorophyll in matcha green tea not only give this tea its beautiful bright green colour, but also powerful properties capable of naturally removing heavy metals and chemical toxins from the body.
Improving memory and concentration
In a study published in 2017 involving 17 participants, consuming 200 milligrams of the amino acid l-lethanine was found to improve mental abilities and attention, and the researchers noted that this result was strengthened if the amino acid was paired with caffeine.
Benefits of matcha tea for pregnant women and men
It is considered a safe drink during pregnancy if a woman adheres to moderate amounts. She can drink three cups of matcha tea per day and the rate should not be increased more than that. The reason for adhering to a specific number of cups of matcha tea during pregnancy is due to the existence of a relationship between matcha and folic acid, and the effect of excess caffeine in matcha tea on the amount of iron in the blood.
Antioxidants greatly benefit men by fighting infections in their bodies, strengthening their immunity, renewing their physical energy and making them less stressed. High cholesterol and fats are common among men, due to the lack of female hormones in their bodies. The antioxidants present in matcha can help reduce the level of fats in the blood, which helps prevent many heart problems, blood clots and strokes.
Side effects of Matcha tea
Drinking excessive amounts of matcha tea can cause headaches, insomnia, irritability, palpitations and diarrhoea. Drinking a large amount on an empty stomach can also irritate the stomach lining because it contains tannins.
How to prepare matcha tea?
- Step 1: Take two tablespoons of matcha powder and let it steep in a bowl with a small strainer.
- Step two: Put the water on the cooker until it boils.
- Step three: Put the matcha tea in a cup. Add water and stir the ingredient well with a cane tongs until it dissolves in the water.
