Matcha is a powdered green tea, famous around the world for its many health benefits. In addition to drinking it as an infusion, it is now also used as an ingredient in pastries and cocktails.
Unlike other teas that are presented in strands (in loose leaves), Matcha has the particularity that its leaves are ground into a very fine powder.
It is necessary to beat it with water in order to consume it. This makes the health benefits of Matcha tea more effective than those of the stranded teas because the healthy compounds that go into the cup are more concentrated.
Can I drink matcha tea every day?
Drinking 2 to 3 cups of matcha a day will ensure you consume all of its benefits without overdoing it. In order not to exceed the recommended daily caffeine intake for adults, we recommend not drinking more than five grams of matcha per day, which is equivalent to about 5 cups of matcha.
How often do you drink matcha tea?
Most people choose to replace a cup of coffee in the morning with a cup of matcha tea.
Due to its L-Theanine content, the release of caffeine is progressive and the energy it provides is constant and lasts between 4 and 6 hours. This energy can help keep you awake and alert without making you nervous.
If your goal is to reduce weight, consuming matcha before exercise increases our body’s ability to burn calories by up to 35%-43% and therefore can help activate the metabolism and lose weight.
Those who consume matcha regularly tend to sleep better because of the calming effects of L-Theanine. In general, matcha consumers tend to improve the quality of their sleep due to reduced levels of stress and anxiety contributing to a positive and clear awakening.
For those people more sensitive to caffeine we recommend not drinking matcha tea after 4pm as well as limiting the consumption of coffee, tea and other drinks containing caffeine.
A portion is usually 1 g of matcha, which is equivalent to a coffee spoon. We recommend starting with slightly less and see how you feel. Little by little you can try out the optimum amount of matcha for you.
Can it be taken during pregnancy?
According to medical experts a pregnant woman should not consume more than 200 mg-300 mg of caffeine per day.
We recommend limiting the consumption of matcha tea to 2 cups a day to stay within the normal levels of caffeine per day.
Can children take it?
Yes, drinking matcha tea can be an alternative drink for children with zero sugar. Drinking matcha can help prevent constipation, have a healthy heart as it helps build the walls of the arteries, improve oral health, improve concentration and combat childhood obesity.
However, we recommend limiting its consumption to 1 cup per day due to the levels of caffeine contained in matcha (thanks to L-Theanine the caffeine is released progressively during 4h-6h, and not in one go as when consuming a cup of coffee).