What are the Matcha Health Benefits?
By Matcha Essence
Matcha may look pretty and Instagram-worthy, but what really matters is what it contains and whether it’s good for your body (we know it’s good for your soul). Can we drink it once (or thrice?) daily, and are there any cautions with consuming it or too much of it? Here we unpack the true benefits of matcha and how it can make a difference in your everyday life.
So, wondering what the health benefits of matcha are? Let’s spill the matcha tea.
1. Calming Focus and Concentration
We all know the coffee high and the coffee slump. Matcha works differently and can provide a sustained calming energy boost that can last from 3-4 hours. Matcha contains a natural compound called L-theanine, which can increase alpha brain wave activity, the type of brainwave that shows when you are awake and relaxed, alert but not actively thinking. The increasing of alpha brain wave activity can boost relaxation, reduce stress and at the same time boost creativity and strengthen focus and concentration. Matcha makes you feel energised from the caffeine and continues with a long-lasting calming yet elevated alertness from the L-theanine, which smooths and buffers out the caffeine crashing effect. Many people say they feel more ‘in the zone’ without the jitters that coffee often brings.
2. Powerhouse with Antioxidants
In a world full of pollution, processed foods and Labubu toys, drinking Matcha is a healthy choice. Packed with antioxidants, in particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which has been linked with cellular protection. Deciding to drink Matcha Essence daily fuels your body with antioxidants and supports your body’s defence system, helping you stay healthier for longer against daily stressors.
3. Supports Heart and Metabolism
In addition to looking good, studies shows that matcha can lower cholesterol, enhance heart health and speed up metabolism. Further studies are still being developed as we speak but making matcha part of your daily routine is a simple way to promote these benefits for a healthier and better you. At Matcha Essence, we source only organic matcha from Kagoshima, Japan, so you get maximum freshness packed here in Australia.
4. Iron Absorption and Considerations
While matcha is safe for most people. A consideration for certain cohorts of people may need to factor in is that matcha reduces the absorption of non-heme iron (the type found in plant-based foods like leafy greens, nuts and legumes). This is because matcha contains tannins and polyphenols that bind to iron in the digestive tract, making it harder for your body to absorb.
This isn’t a problem for most people, but certain groups that should be mindful are vegetarians, breastfeeding and iron deficiency or anaemia individuals. This group generally required higher iron or rely on non-heme iron.
There is simple way to reduce this for the above cohorts of people is to avoid drinking matcha with or immediately after iron-rich meals. Waiting around 1-2 hours before or after eating iron-rich foods or just stick to a moderate consumption (which is about one cup a day is generally safe for most).
Bringing awareness to this topic just ensures that everyone can enjoy all the benefits of matcha.
Ready to Come to the Green Side?
At Matcha Essence, we source our premium organic ceremonial matcha directly from Kagoshima, Japan, and hand-pack it here in Australia to ensure maximum freshness.
The result?
An exceptionally smooth, vibrant, and velvety experience. Start your matcha journey today with Matcha Essence for calm, focus and everyday wellness.
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