{"id":59822,"date":"2024-04-01T17:47:22","date_gmt":"2024-04-01T17:47:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=59822"},"modified":"2024-04-01T17:47:22","modified_gmt":"2024-04-01T17:47:22","slug":"matcha-powder-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Matcha Powder Benefits: Does This Beverage Live Up to the Hype?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#What_is_matcha_powder_good_for\" >What is matcha powder good for?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Matcha_offers_a_high_level_of_antioxidants\" >Matcha offers a high level of antioxidants\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Matcha_could_promote_your_liver_health\" >Matcha could promote your liver health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Matcha_may_spur_weight_loss\" >Matcha may spur weight loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Matcha_may_boost_your_brain_function\" >Matcha may boost your brain function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Matcha_might_be_good_for_your_heart_health\" >Matcha might be good for your heart health<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Is_it_OK_to_drink_matcha_everyday\" >Is it OK to drink matcha everyday?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Does_matcha_tea_burn_belly_fat\" >Does matcha tea burn belly fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Is_matcha_really_better_than_coffee\" >Is matcha really better than coffee?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Does_matcha_have_disadvantages\" >Does matcha have disadvantages?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#How_do_you_make_matcha_tea_taste_good\" >How do you make matcha tea taste good?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Does_matcha_help_with_skin\" >Does matcha help with skin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Are_there_any_negative_effects_of_matcha\" >Are there any negative effects of matcha?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#How_does_matcha_make_you_feel\" >How does matcha make you feel?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#Does_matcha_have_caffeine\" >Does matcha have caffeine?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-powder-benefits\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You enter another coffee shop and notice Matcha latte, Matcha hot Chocolates, even Matcha desserts. You\u2019re fascinated with the exotic titles, and desire to explore the taste.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhat the heck is this?\u201d &#8211; Matcha newbies commonly question some baristas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Briefly speaking, Matcha is the bright-colored green tea that initially was only served at Japanese ceremonies. Its use has boomed in the U.S. and elsewhere, due to its unusual taste and essential health benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interestingly, Matcha comes from the same plant as other caffeine-based teas, however it&#8217;s cultivated differently. Matcha makers shade the tea plant from excessive sunlight for much of the growing period so that it can produce more amino acids. When the leaves are harvested, they are turned into powder.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s look at the crucial matcha powder benefits: does this beverage live up to the hype?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_matcha_powder_good_for\"><\/span><b>What is matcha powder good for?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have collected the<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best matcha powder benefits after investigating a variety of studies and research. Note, the pool of research on Matcha powder is not so prolific. That said, the evidence we found is strong enough to title this tea as safe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are the top 6 scientifically-based advantages of Matha powder:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha offers a high level of antioxidants.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha could promote your liver health.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha may spur weight loss.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha may boost your brain function.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha might be good for your heart health.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/4-1.jpg\" alt=\"matcha powder benefits\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matcha_offers_a_high_level_of_antioxidants\"><\/span><b>Matcha offers a high level of antioxidants\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we age, we\u2019re exposed to ultraviolet light, which ends up damaging our cellular membranes. The antioxidants that are abundant in Matcha help neutralize these harmful components and reduce oxidative stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study highlights the positive effects of Matcha supplements on mice &#8211; damage caused by free radicals was reduced and there was improved antioxidant activity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/26448271\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matcha_could_promote_your_liver_health\"><\/span><b>Matcha could promote your liver health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are studies suggesting matcha could protect your liver from damage. Drinking green tea is associated with a decreased risk of liver disease, according to a 2015 review of 15 studies (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4538013\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still, other experts in 2020 noted that matcha may benefit people with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/nonalcoholic-fatty-liver-disease\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nonalcoholic fatty liver disease<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by decreasing liver enzymes, but it may increase liver enzymes in people without NAFLD (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32067271\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More research is required to identify the overall effects of matcha on people.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe is your fast-track ticket to a long-lasting weight loss! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\">Tailor your fitness journey and maximize your results <\/a> with just a couple of swipes!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matcha_may_spur_weight_loss\"><\/span><b>Matcha may spur weight loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-weight-loss\/\"><b>Matcha Weight Loss <\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">evidence has<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">also been evident from clinical trials.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The National Institute for Health states that green tea promotes energy expenditure and fat oxidation, reducing <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fat-absorption\/\">fat absorption<\/a> and lipogenesis\u201d. It could boast\u00a0 a \u201cpossible modest effect on body weight.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One clinical trial in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obesity<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> observed 76 overweight individuals for four months and determined that daily consumption of a green tea beverage promotes weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16076989\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Although the studies focused on green tea, matcha comes from the same plant and contains similar compounds.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matcha_may_boost_your_brain_function\"><\/span><b>Matcha may boost your brain function<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple research highlights the beneficial effects of matcha on brain function. One study of 23 people observed performance on a series of tasks. Some participants drank either matcha tea or ate a bar containing 4 grams of matcha, while the control group consumed a placebo tea or bar.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who consumed matcha were more attentive and could memorize things better, compared with those consuming the placebo (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28784536\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Another small study noted that consuming 2 grams of green tea powder daily for 2 months might enhance brain function in older people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4210905\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does Matcha have caffeine? Surely it does. When we look at <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">matcha vs green tea caffeine concentration, we see that matcha boasts a higher amount of caffeine per serving. Green tea contains around 11\u201325 milligrams per gram (mg\/g), while matcha contains 19\u201344 mg \/g (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7796401\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies have found that caffeine can promote cognitive function, which adds reliability to matcha beverages (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0149763416300690\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/9-1.png\" alt=\"matcha powder benefits\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\">\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matcha_might_be_good_for_your_heart_health\"><\/span><b>Matcha might be good for your heart health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some research suggests that drinking green tea, which offers the same nutrient profile as matcha, may help protect against heart disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green tea consumption might lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, compared with coffee, and some studies have suggested it could help lower the risk of high blood pressure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9939061\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_drink_matcha_everyday\"><\/span><b>Is it OK to drink matcha everyday?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can drink matcha every day. However<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the beneficial compounds it contains, such as catechins, might harm your health when consumed in high quantities. Drink matcha in moderation, for example, 1\u20132 cups of tea per day or up to 2 teaspoons of matcha.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that people who need to limit their caffeine should probably avoid matcha consumption.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha could be harmful to you if you are prone to arrhythmias or have heart disease. People sensitive to caffeine need to reduce their cups of matcha because it could cause anxiety, as well as disrupt sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-matcha\/\"><i>The Benefits of Matcha: How It Boosts Energy, Supports Skin And Enhances Health<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_matcha_tea_burn_belly_fat\"><\/span><b>Does matcha tea burn belly fat?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha may help you burn your whole-body fat, including the belly area. Green tea, along with matcha, is well known for boosting weight loss. A 2020 review concluded that, together with a healthy diet and exercise, drinking up to 500 mg per day of green tea for 12 weeks might reduce body mass index (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32372444\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For sure, more research is needed to prove the effectiveness of matcha on healthy body composition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-smoothie-weight-loss\/\">Matcha Smoothie Weight Loss<\/a> <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">could be an added treat for your calorie-shedding- sport routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_matcha_really_better_than_coffee\"><\/span><b>Is matcha really better than coffee?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stating that matcha is better than black coffee is not completely right, as both of them have their pros and cons. The main differences are found in their caffeine amount.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coffee has a higher amount of caffeine: around 96 mg of caffeine per 8-ounce (240-mL) cup, while matcha has 19\u201344 mg per gram \u2014 equaling 38\u201388 mg per 2-ounce (60-mL) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/1104137\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31832980\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matcha is then more suitable for those who should reduce their caffeine intake.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coffee provides an instant energy kick that reduces sleepiness and fatigue, while matcha would boost your energy at a slower pace than coffee.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everything depends on preferences here: choose either black coffee or matcha or drink them together. Just be sure you\u2019re consuming them in moderation and preferably only during the first part of the day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/best-time-to-drink-coffee\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_matcha_have_disadvantages\"><\/span><b>Does matcha have disadvantages?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/matcha-tea-benefits-side-effects\/\">matcha tea side effects<\/a> mainly apply to sleep issues and dehydration. Let\u2019s meticulously check 4 possible disadvantages of consuming matcha tea:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep problems. Since matcha is a caffeine-based beverage, consuming it before your bedtime is a bad idea. Research states <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that caffeine intake up to 6 hours before bedtime can affect sleep quality (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6292246\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Your best thing to do at this point is to avoid matcha during this time and have it during the first part of the day.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anemia. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High doses of compounds like EGCG and other compounds found in teas can spoil the process of iron absorption (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3306181\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you have difficulty absorbing iron or are at risk of iron deficiency, you should talk to your doctor about how much matcha is right for you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehydration. Caffeine is a diuretic that increases your rate of urination (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4725310\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). By consuming it, you lose more fluid than usual, which can lead to dehydration.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stomach discomfort. The content of matcha can have a laxative effect on some people, particularly those who don\u2019t usually consume caffeinated beverages regularly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/iffgd.org\/gi-disorders\/diarrhea\/common-causes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). If you have a lot of matcha in a short period, you may end up with an upset stomach, due to caffeine which stimulates the central nervous system and leads to feelings of jitteriness.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve mustered up the courage to crush your weight loss goal, let Betterme take the sting out of this demanding process. <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\">Our app will help you restructure your habits<\/a>, remold your life and crank up your fitness results!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_make_matcha_tea_taste_good\"><\/span><b>How do you make matcha tea taste good?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to amaze yourself or your loved ones with a more exotic hot beverage? Prepare matcha tea at home. It\u2019s easy to make and tasteful to drink.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The instructions for making matcha tea:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boil water and add 8 to 12 ounces to a mug.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add 1 or 2 scoops of matcha powder.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blend the powder into the water with the matcha whisk until the mixture is frothy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add honey or sugar for a sweeter flavor (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/health-benefits-matcha\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tea isn&#8217;t the only way to introduce matcha to your diet. Here are other engaging ways to consume matcha:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add it to a homemade salad dressing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix it into a fruit smoothie<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add matcha powder to your iced or hot latte<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tackle your popcorn by sprinkling some matcha on it<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add matcha to your morning oatmeal or yogurt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a matcha spice blend with pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and sea salt (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/health-benefits-matcha\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/is-matcha-keto\/\"><i>Is Matcha Keto? Nutrition, Benefits &amp; Simple Recipes<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Frame-4753.png\" alt=\"matcha powder benefits\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_matcha_help_with_skin\"><\/span><strong>Does matcha help with skin?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is little evidence showing the<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">benefits of matcha for the skin. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The antioxidants in matcha, along with their potential anti-inflammatory properties, may contribute to healthier and clearer skin and protection against UV damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_any_negative_effects_of_matcha\"><\/span><strong>Are there any negative effects of matcha?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are multiple negative effects of matcha. First of all, you might decrease the quality of your sleep. Also, there is a chance you get dehydrated and increase your risk of an upset stomach. Additionally, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">high doses of compounds like EGCG and other compounds found in teas can spoil the process of iron absorption. That said, if you\u2019re the one who has problems with iron deficiency, you need to talk to your doctor before enjoying the matcha beverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_matcha_make_you_feel\"><\/span><strong>How does matcha make you feel?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may feel invigorated after drinking matcha. Despite a smaller amount of caffeine, compared to coffee, matcha is rich in<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> high concentrations of L-theanine, which helps you maintain your energy for longer. You still need to watch your matcha consumption, especially if you\u2019re not allowed to consume a lot of caffeine. Please note that consuming matcha is better in the first part of the day since consuming it 6 hours before your sleep will negatively impact your sleep.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_matcha_have_caffeine\"><\/span><strong>Does matcha have caffeine?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, matcha has caffeine but compared to coffee which contains around 96 mg of caffeine per 8-ounce (240-mL) cup, while matcha contains 19\u201344 mg per gram \u2014 equaling 38\u201388 mg per 2-ounce (60-mL).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There you have it, the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-matcha\/\">benefits of matcha<\/a> powder: does this beverage live up to the hype?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s sum up all the essential benefits briefly. Matcha offers a high level of antioxidants, it could promote your liver health, it may spur weight loss, boost your brain function, and might be good for your heart health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consuming matcha every day is okay. Yet, people who need to limit their caffeine intake should probably avoid matcha consumption.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, matcha could be harmful to you if you are prone to arrhythmias or have heart disease. Matcha is not better than coffee, as it also has both pros and cons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to matcha side effects, then you may deal with sleep problems (if you consume the beverage in the second part of the day), stomach discomfort; you might incur anemia or become dehydrated.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, matcha treat is healthy as long as you drink it in moderation. Besides all this, you are welcome to prepare matcha tea on your own or prepare desserts and other beverages mixed with matcha powder.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You enter another coffee shop and notice Matcha latte, Matcha hot Chocolates, even Matcha desserts. You\u2019re fascinated with the exotic titles, and desire to explore the taste.\u00a0 \u201cWhat the heck is this?\u201d &#8211; Matcha newbies commonly question some baristas.\u00a0 Briefly speaking, Matcha is the bright-colored green tea that initially was only served at Japanese ceremonies. 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You\u2019re fascinated with the exotic titles, and desire to explore the taste.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\" data-sheets-value=\\\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;[video-shortcode link=\\\\&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=matcha_powder_benefits\\\\&quot; mp4=\\\\&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\\\\&quot;]&quot;}\\\" data-sheets-userformat=\\\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\\\" data-sheets-formula=\\\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\\\"><\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">\u201cWhat the heck is this?\u201d - Matcha newbies commonly question some baristas.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Briefly speaking, Matcha is the bright-colored green tea that initially was only served at Japanese ceremonies. Its use has boomed in the U.S. and elsewhere, due to its unusual taste and essential health benefits.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Interestingly, Matcha comes from the same plant as other caffeine-based teas, however it's cultivated differently. Matcha makers shade the tea plant from excessive sunlight for much of the growing period so that it can produce more amino acids. When the leaves are harvested, they are turned into powder.\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Let\u2019s look at the crucial matcha powder benefits: does this beverage live up to the hype?\u00a0<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What is matcha powder good for?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">We have collected the<\/span> <span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">best matcha powder benefits after investigating a variety of studies and research. Note, the pool of research on Matcha powder is not so prolific. 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