2025Journal articleFree to read
Faisal Alsenani, Nasser Alotaiq, Doni Dermawan, Nasr Eldin Elwali, Mohammed Z. Nasrullah, Rashed H. Almalki, Nahar T. Alfarsi, Alwaleed S. Almatrafi, Muhannad S. Alsulami
Human Nutrition & Metabolism
This study investigates the consumption patterns, health perceptions, and demographic correlates of green tea and matcha consumption in Saudi Arabia, focusing on their implications for cardiovascular health, obesity, and diabetes management. A survey was conducted among participants, focusing on demographics, consumption patterns, health perceptions, and lifestyle habits. Statistical analysis, including regression modeling, was employed to explore the relationships between perception, health outcomes, frequency, and duration of consumption. Participants perceived green tea and matcha as beneficial for weight management, cardiovascular health, and, to a lesser extent, diabetes control. While these perceptions align with existing literature on the health benefits of polyphenols and caffeine found in green tea and matcha, there were notable disparities in consumption patterns, with many participants reporting infrequent consumption. This discrepancy between public perception and scientific evidence underscores the need for balanced health communication strategies. Furthermore, the study highlights the importance of considering individual variations in response to these beverages, as evidenced by reported side effects like irregular heartbeats. Overall, this study contributes to understanding the role of green tea and matcha in promoting cardiovascular health, managing obesity, and potentially mitigating diabetes risk factors in the Saudi Arabian context. • Green tea and matcha consumption linked to improved cardiovascular health markers. • Study shows potential benefits of matcha in managing obesity and diabetes risk. • Matcha offers superior metabolic benefits compared to green tea in Saudi population. • Findings highlight green tea and matcha as promising tools for…
Abstract shortened. Read the full abstract at the source.
Abstract text comes from PubMed, OpenAlex or Europe PMC and belongs to the authors and publisher.
Study type
Observational (human)
Surveys, cohorts and consumer studies, with no intervention.
Assigned automatically from the title, abstract and subject terms.
Topics
Matcha is a main subject here (named in the title).
Faisal Alsenani, Nasser Alotaiq, Doni Dermawan, Nasr Eldin Elwali, Mohammed Z. Nasrullah, Rashed H. Almalki, … Muhannad S. Alsulami. (2025). Understanding the role of green tea and matcha consumption in cardiovascular health, obesity, and diabetes: Insights from a Saudi Arabian population. Human Nutrition & Metabolism. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.hnm.2025.200302
DOI: 10.1016/j.hnm.2025.200302 · Cited by 5 (OpenAlex)
Monitoring chlorophyll during Tencha (the raw ingredient for matcha) processing is critical for determining the matcha's color and quality. The purpose of this study is to explore the mechanism of chlorophyll changes during Tencha…
Chemical / analyticalCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityAuthenticity and analytical methodsCited 91×The importance of postprandial hyperglycemia in the treatment of diabetes has been recognized recently. Tea products, such as tea polyphenols (TP), epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), matcha, and instant tea, were chosen as constituents of…
In vitro / cell studyMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeCited 76×Objective: Gut microbiota plays a key role in metabolism and health in diabetes patients with gastrointestinal microbiota dysbiosis. Thus, regulating the ecological balance of gut microbiota may provide a pathway toward improvement for…
Animal studyMetabolism and weightGut and microbiomeMarket, culture and sustainabilityCited 68×Matcha green tea (MGT) is a natural product that is currently used as a dietary supplement and may have significant anti-cancer properties. However, the molecular mechanism(s) underpinning its potential health benefits remain largely…
In vitro / cell studyMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCancerCited 66×