What is Matcha ? And what are its benefits ?

"Matcha" means "ground tea" in Japanese. it's a very finely powdered green tea. A quality matcha is recognizable by its bright green color. 💚

This drink with a unique taste first has a Chinese origin and is today mainly part of the Japanese tradition where it has been consumed several centuries ago. 🇯🇵

The origins of matcha :

Matcha was discovered 900 years ago. Over the years, the tradition was lost in China, while it was deeply rooted in the country of the rising sun. The Japanese tea producers have continued to develop this technique in an effort to maximize the potential and therapeutic benefits of matcha. 🌱

Shortly afterwards, Japanese Buddhists gave a new twist in the history of matcha, when they began to cover the tea bushes during the last weeks before the leaves were harvested, a method which was shown to significantly increase the health benefits of matcha. 🎎

Benefits of matcha :

• RELAXING AND STIMULATING

The relaxing + stimulating combination of this ground tea gives a unique balance that promotes good mood, helps with concentration, memory and creativity. 🧘‍♀️

• FULL OF ENERGY FOR THE DAY

A cup of matcha contains less caffein than coffee (35 mg of caffein for 1 g of matcha), but this drink will gives you a good energy for the day. In addition, because caffein is released more slowly in your body than with coffee thanks to L-Theanine, you won't have the undesirable effects of over-excitement, over-tension and nervousness. ⚡️

• RICH IN ANTIOXIDANTS

Antioxidants called EGCG or "catechins" can reduce the risk of cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, according to many published scientific studies. 🩺

• BEAUTIFUL SKIN

Antioxidants also help fight agains skin aging, protect the skin against external aggressions (pollution, UV rays, tobacco, etc.) and promote its renewal and healing. Its vitamins C, E and A, its beta-carotene are essentials for a healthy glow, a more even complexion and deep hydration. 🧴

• BOOST IMMUNE SYSTEM

Again and again, thanks to its antioxidants and its vitamins that matcha contains, it's a great immune system boosts.⚕️

• HELPS WITH WEIGHT LOSS

Matcha has a positive effect on our metabolism. It boosts fat burning during physical effort thanks to the combination of its caffeine with its catechins (ECGC): fats are better absorbed and assimilated in the digestive system. In addition, the chlorophyll present in large quantities in this tea has been shown to reduce appetite. 🍽️

• ACID-BASE BALANCE

Matcha is an alkanizer so it helps stabilize the acid-base balance. ⚖️

• DETOX

Matcha is very rich in chlorophyll because it comes from the harvest of the young tea shoots. This magnesium-rich green pigment responsible for photosynthesis is often called "green blood". Chlorophyll allows better oxygenation of the blood and thus promotes circulation and the elimination of waste. 🌱

• ORAL HEALTH

Matcha prevents the development of bacteria, cavities and the accumulation of plaques (thanks to the vitamin F - fluorine - it contains in particular). Beware of certain drinks (such as coffee) which can "yellow" the teeth and weaken the enamel. 🦷

• BEST ALLY OF SPORTY

Matcha is a real healthy energy boost, very interesting for athletes. It promotes endurance capacity while helping recovery. Its antioxidants allow good oxygenation of the muscles and limit the production of lactic acid, a metabolic waste at the origin of muscle pain. 🏋️

• STRESS REDUCTION

It helps with stress thanks to the amino acid L-theanine it contains. 🧘‍♂️

• BETTER TRANSIT

Matcha is a good source of dietary fiber which facilitates intestinal transit, chlorophyll, vitamins A and C, selenium and zinc. 🥗

Don't hesitate to contact us, if you have any questions regarding matcha. 🍵

Don't forget to work out, and to adopt a healthy diet for a better health ! 🥰

Let's get healthy, Let's get Matcha ! 💚