The Benefits of Matcha Green Tea
Matcha Green Tea is an amazing source of energy, focus and mental clarity. It is known as the “Ceremonial Tea” in Japan. Matcha is consumed in 
the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, Chanoyu, for optimal clarity and meditation. Matcha, which means “powdered tea”, is made from aged green tea leaves which are then harvested, steamed and dried. They are later ground into a fine bright green powder, known as Matcha.
Matcha Green tea is far superior in antioxidants (catechins & polyphenols), minerals (Calcium), trace minerals and Vitamins (A, B-Complex, C, E & K) to all other forms of tea. Green tea has been praised for its antioxidant properties. Compared to all other teas, Matcha contains about 10 to 15 times the antioxidants per serving. When common green tea (in a bag) is steeped, only 5-10% of the powerful nutrients are infused into the water. Matcha, on the other hand, provides 100% of all the nutrients and health benefits. It is like eating a whole versus a partial food. Unlike other green teas, drinking Matcha is actually drinking the leaves and the whole tea plant itself. Therefore, Matcha is much more concentrated in every possible nutrient and is very easily absorbed.
Matcha is also a good source of the amino acid L-theanine. Theanine contributes to relaxation (increases alpha waves in the brain), calmness, and sustained concentration. I make a huge cup of Matcha tea daily before sitting down to write and work. It really gives me the energy, endurance, focus and clairty needed!
We have all heard that green tea can help increase metabolism. However, Matcha is much more effective than other green teas. Because it is more concentrated and absorbs better into the blood stream, it has a greater influence on metabolism, digestion, cleansing, and minimizing the appetite.
I recommend 1-3 tsp daily mixed with water or blended into a smoothie. Start with ½ – 1 tsp daily and then gradually increase amounts to desired energy and focus needs. I wouldn’t drink more than 1 tsp at a time, it is best to drink 1 teaspoon twice a day. Matcha is a great replacement for coffee and other caffeinated beverages. Drink up!
It is much cheaper to buy it by the pound or 1/2 pound. Companies I have used recently & have good prices include Aiya, Tribute Tea and AOI Tea.
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matcha or green tea powder is good. according to somwhere i read it is better cause you actually drink down the leaves. but then i dont like the taste of it. i prefer to drink my sencha or dragonwell from http://www.teacuppa.com
I have been drinking matcha tea for a month now and I love it! Once you drink matcha you won’t want to drink regular green tea. I have given up coffee altogether as matcha doesn’t have the side effects that occur sometimes with coffee. I highly recommend trying it – it is fun to make as well. Great post!