Beneficial properties:
Rich in vitamins B1, B2, Minerals, and Beta-carotene
Anti-aging remedy
Cutaneous.
Reduces physical and psychological stress
Reduces the sensation of hunger
1. Enhances concentration
Preferred especially by Buddhist monks who used to consume it during their long meditations; many people nowadays also use it to increase concentration while simultaneously relaxing the nervous system. Inside these leaves, there is a good amount of caffeine and L-theanine.
According to a study published some time ago, it appears that L-theanine induces a state of calm and tranquility, significantly improving mood. Specifically, patients with anxiety disorders find great benefit from this substance.
Some matcha teas of good quality can contain 5 times more theanine than traditional classic tea.
Naturally, the quality can depend on several factors:
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Harvest period;
- Production techniques by farmers;
- Shading duration.
2. Energizing effect
As mentioned earlier, in this green tea, in addition to L-theanine, caffeine is also present. Naturally, it is a bit difficult for a cup of matcha tea to replace coffee, but it is true that a portion of matcha equivalent to one gram contains approximately 25-30 mg of caffeine, much less than a cup of espresso coffee.
Caffeine in this case is released gradually into the bloodstream, and this is due to the presence of L-theanine. Therefore, thanks to the amount of caffeine present and other substances, the energizing effect is guaranteed.
3. Antioxidant properties
The matcha contains 70 grams of catechins, a group of antioxidants essential for cell renewal. A quantity, therefore, certainly higher than traditional green tea. It proves to be an excellent antioxidant, draining, and detoxifying. Among its various peculiarities, it is also able to protect the skin from sunburn and damage from UVB rays.
A study has shown how catechins can counteract some degenerative diseases and fight certain tumor formations. So the advice is to drink lots of matcha tea, and the result will be guaranteed!
4. Losing extra pounds
It has been shown that green tea rich in catechins can contribute to weight loss; it is effective in reducing the feeling of hunger, making it easy to introduce it into a low-calorie diet.
5. Eliminates heavy metals
Through the process of shading the leaves, it is possible to obtain a good quantity of chlorophyll. For those who don’t know, chlorophyll has a
structure similar to hemoglobin, but with the difference that the central nucleus of the molecule, instead of being iron, is magnesium. Thanks to this trace element, the quality of blood will improve and, consequently, will be able to provide high doses of bioavailable magnesium.
Among the many functions of chlorophyll, it seems that this substance is able to eliminate heavy metals from the body.
6. Promotes digestion
Calms the mucous membranes of the intestines and stomach and is particularly useful (as and more than ginger) in cases of inflammatory diseases affecting the digestive system. In addition, thanks to the properties of which the matcha tea is characterized, it reduces stomach acidity and effectively protects the liver.
7. Excellent ally for the treatment and prevention of diabetes
Numerous medical studies agree that this green tea can prevent the development of type 1 and type 2 diabetes and slow down its progression. The polyphenols present in matcha, therefore, help to reduce the amount of glucose in the blood.
8. Strengthens the immune system
One of the many benefits this tea offers is its ability to stimulate the immune defenses. Drinking it regularly helps anyone prevent and fight many diseases, especially infectious ones, as well as psoriasis and other skin diseases, or rheumatoid arthritis, vitiligo, or pernicious anemia.
9. Draining and detoxifying effect
Thanks to its diuretic properties, it eliminates all the toxins present in the body, and the result will be draining and decongestant.
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