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– Boosts metabolism and burns calories
– Calms the mind and relaxes the body
– Is rich in fiber, chlorophyll and vitamins
– Enhances mood and aids in concentration
– Provides vitamin C, selenium, chromium, zinc and magnesium
– Prevents disease
– Lowers cholesterol and blood sugar
– Contains EGCg, Amino acids, L-Theanine, C affeine, Fiber, carbs, vitamin c & a, Potassium, Selenium, Zinc, Magnesium.
– It can help with weight loss
– Studies have found that the concentration of ECGC (epigallocatechin gallate) in matcha is 137 times greater than that in a standard cup of green tea. Why is this important? Research has shown that ECGC in high doses may help increase calorie burn and alter levels of “hunger hormones,” helping to reduce appetite.
– It can improve your concentration and energy
– Matcha is rich in L-Theanine, an amino acid that promotes a state of relaxation and increased memory, while preventing the nasty side effects of caffeine. A boost in clarity without the jitters? Win win.
– It’s a powerful detoxifier
You may know that green foods are natural detoxifiers in the body. This is purportedly due to the chlorophyll, which purge the body of harmful elements, chemicals and heavy metals. Because matcha is shade grown it has significantly more chlorophyll than other green teas.
It prevents heart disease
A 2011 study featured in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition demonstrated that the catechins in green tea significantly lowered total serum cholesterol and LDL (“bad”) cholesterol levels. Over time, reduced LDL-levels helps to prevent cardiovascular disease.
Sources:
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14518774
- https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/94/2/601/4597944
