Research topic
These studies look at inflammatory markers, immune-cell activity and related pathways after matcha or matcha-derived compounds are given to cells, animals or people.
Most of the evidence is preclinical, meaning lab and animal work that suggests mechanisms to be tested in human trials.
70
studies
2011–2026
years covered
48
from the last five years
49
free to read
Treat cell and animal results as hypotheses. Human randomized trials are the stronger evidence, and they are rarer here.
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Japanese matcha is a type of powdered green tea, grown in a traditional way. Shading of the plants during the growth period enhances the processes of synthesis and accumulation of biologically active compounds, including theanine,…
ReviewCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 321×The increasing demand for sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based plastics highlights the need for innovative bioactive packaging systems. This study aimed to develop agar-based biodegradable films co-incorporating deep eutectic…
Agronomy / cultivationAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityMarket, culture and sustainabilityCited 9×Lately, matcha green tea has gained popularity as a beverage and food additive. It has proved to be effective in preventing obesity and related metabolic syndromes. However, the underlying mechanisms of its control effects against…
Animal studyMetabolism and weightInflammation and immunityAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 48×Essential oil (EO), hydrolate, and nondistilled aqueous phase (decoction) obtained from the hydrodistillation of lemongrass byproducts were studied in terms of their potential as food ingredients under a circular economy. The EO (0.21%,…
Food science / processingAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityProcessing, milling and qualityCited 25×Purpose: The primary objective of this study was to conduct a comparative analysis of the anti-inflammatory activity between Etoricoxib (ETO) and Matcha green tea (MG) in the context of acute kidney injury (AKI) induced by ionizing gamma…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeCited 8×This study was conducted to evaluate the anti-amnesic effect of the aqueous extract of powdered green tea (matcha) (EM) in particulate matter (PM)2.5-induced systemic inflammation in BALB/c mice. EM ameliorated spatial learning and memory…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsCancerCited 34×Background Numerous forms of cancer are frequently treated with radiation therapy, which provides substantial benefits in tumor control. However, adverse effects, particularly the development of severe hepatitis, may render radiation…
Animal studyMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityCited 4×Abstract The biogenic synthesis of nanoparticles has drawn significant attention. The spleen is the largest lymphatic organ that is adversely impacted during irradiation. The current study was designated to evaluate the possible…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityCited 11×The Omicron subvariants of SARS-CoV-2 have multiple mutations in the S-proteins and show high transmissibility. We previously reported that tea catechin (-)-epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and its derivatives including…
In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityL-theanine and caffeineCited 13×Introduction: Matcha tea is renowned for its rich phytochemical profile; however, optimizing its bioactive potential through formulation and extraction conditions requires further investigation. This study tested the hypothesis that…
In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityProcessing, milling and qualityCited 2×Background/objectives: Matcha tea is widely recognized for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; however, its health-promoting benefits depend on the gastrointestinal bioaccessibility of its phytochemicals. This study evaluated…
In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineGut and microbiomeConsumers are increasingly interested in natural, plant-based additives as alternatives to synthetic compounds in food products. This study investigated the polyphenolic profiles, total polyphenol content (TPC), total antioxidant capacity…
Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityProcessing, milling and qualityMatcha is rich in antioxidants, which contribute to enhanced fat metabolism, anti-inflammatory activity, and immune system support. The key bioactive compounds found in matcha are flavonoids known as catechins, which possess potent…
In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityMetabolism and weightAbstract This study investigated the effects of ultrasound (US)-assisted extraction on the antioxidant properties and antimicrobial activities of black, oolong, green, and matcha teas. Tea infusions were prepared using US treatment at two…
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