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The Global Matcha Research Library

641 papers, trials, theses and preprints that study matcha, gathered from PubMed, OpenAlex and Europe PMC, tagged by study type and topic, and linked back to every source. We keep abstracts and citations; the full text stays with its publisher.

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58 studies match for “catechins”

2025Journal articleFree to read

Influence of Matcha and Tea Catechins on the Progression of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)-A Review of Patient Trials and Animal Studies.

Kosik-Bogacka DI, Piotrowska K — Nutrients

… to present studies concerning the influence of matcha extracts and epigallocatechin-3 gallate (EGCG) supplements on metabolic functions in the context of MAFLD in human and animal studies. The published data show promise. In both …

ReviewMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeCited 5×
2026Journal articleFree to read

FROM CAFFEINE TO CATECHINS: A NARRATIVE REVIEW OF THE COMPARATIVE AND SYNERGISTIC EFFECTS OF COFFEE AND MATCHA ON HUMAN HEALTH

Małgorzata Cherek, Natalia Marzec, Natalia Krupa, et al. — International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science

… the entire leaf, distinguishes it from other tea infusions. It’s rich in catechins, L-theanine, and caffeine, which collectively influence concentration and cognitive performance. Coffee, produced from roasted seeds of the Coffea …

Systematic review / meta-analysisCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenols
2021Journal article

Catechins in green tea powder (matcha) are heat-stable scavengers of acrolein, a lipid peroxide-derived reactive carbonyl species.

Sugimoto K, Matsuoka Y, Sakai K, et al. — Food chemistry

… pose health risks. We characterized the RCS-scavenging reactions of tea catechins in an aqueous solution and in baked cake. Acrolein's reaction with each of the major tea catechins (epicatechin, epigallocatechin, epicatechin …

Other / not statedMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityCited 49×
2024Journal articleFree to read

A comprehensive metabolomics analysis of volatile and non-volatile compounds in matcha processed from different tea varieties.

Huang D, Chen X, Tan R, et al. — Food chemistry: X

… profiles. The findings revealed that the levels of tea polyphenols, ester catechins, nonester catechins, and amino acids varied among these four varieties. Notably, 177 significant different metabolites, such as phenolic acids, …

Chemical / analyticalMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 38×
2025Journal article

Comprehensive study of matcha foam formation: Physicochemical composition analysis and mechanisms impacting foaming properties.

Chen W, Chen J, Ni Z, et al. — Food chemistry

… particle electrophoresis and biochemical analysis revealed that pH (≈6.0), catechins (such as EGCG), amino acids (such as valine), pectin, soluble proteins and lipids enhanced foam formation. These components affected matcha's foaming …

Food science / processingMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 9×
2023Journal articleFree to read

The therapeutic potential of matcha tea: A critical review on human and animal studies.

Sokary S, Al-Asmakh M, Zakaria Z, et al. — Current research in food science

Matcha is a powdered form of Japanese green tea that has been gaining global popularity recently. Matcha tea has various health benefits, including an enhancing effect on cognitive function, cardio-metabolic health, and anti-tumorogenesis.…

ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressureCited 49×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Matcha as a Source of Bioactive Compounds: A Review of Health-Promoting Properties and Potential Applications.

Sławińska P, Raczkowska E — Nutrients

… in vivo studies investigating the biological activity of matcha and green tea catechins. Particular attention is given to studies evaluating their effects on metabolic parameters such as glucose levels, lipid profile, body weight …

ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 2×
2024Journal articleFree to read

Multimodal inhibitory effect of matcha on Porphyromonas gingivalis.

Nakao R, Takatsuka A, Mandokoro K, et al. — Microbiology spectrum

… Furthermore, a structure-activity relationship study tested a series of catechins isolated from ME and identified the pyrogallol-type B-ring of catechins as essential for P. gingivalis growth inhibition. In a clinical study to …

Clinical trial (non-randomized)Antioxidants and polyphenolsSkin, oral and dentalCognition, mood and stressCited 10×
2025Journal articleFree to read

MATCHA TEA IN THE PREVENTION OF LIFESTYLE DISEASES: FROM OXIDATIVE STRESS TO NERVOUS SYSTEM REGULATION

Olaf Jadanowski, Amin Omidi, Klaudia Malec, et al. — International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science

… of matcha, the biological mechanisms of action of its bioactive components (catechins, L-theanine, caffeine, vitamins, and minerals), as well as their significance in the prevention and support of therapy for chronic diseases. Matcha …

Clinical trial (non-randomized)Cognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 1×
2018Journal articleFree to read

Matcha Green Tea Drinks Enhance Fat Oxidation During Brisk Walking in Females.

Willems MET, Şahin MA, Cook MD — International journal of sport nutrition and exercise metabolism

Intake of the catechin epigallocatechin gallate and caffeine has been shown to enhance exercise-induced fat oxidation. Matcha green tea powder contains catechins and caffeine and is consumed as a drink. We examined the effect of Matcha …

Randomized controlled trialMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 35×
2025Journal articleFree to read

A Comparative Multianalytical Approach to the Characterization of Different Grades of Matcha Tea (Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze).

Toniolo C, Patriarca A, De Vita D, et al. — Plants (Basel, Switzerland)

… color, matcha is rich in important bioactive compounds, including caffeine, catechins, and theanine. This study analyzes three matcha grades-ceremonial grade 1 (G1), grade 4 (G4), and food grade (FG)-to assess variations in their …

Chemical / analyticalMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 7×
2025Journal article

Different performance of tea plants to shade based on key metabolites and transcriptome profiles: case study of cultivars Longjing 43 and Yabukita.

Li WX, Fang QT, Han QO, et al. — Physiologia plantarum

… compounds, flavonol glycosides were highly responsive to shading, while catechins displayed distinct cultivar-specific responses. KEGG enrichment analysis revealed that flavonoid biosynthesis was the key secondary metabolic …

Agronomy / cultivationMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCultivation and shadingCited 6×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Single intake of matcha increases brown adipose tissue activity in young women with low thermogenesis.

Taniguchi H, Hachikawa C, Iwase S, et al. — Physiological reports

Matcha contains several bioactive compounds that contribute to the facilitation of thermogenesis. However, the effects of a single intake of matcha on brown adipose tissue (BAT) activity remain to be elucidated. This study aimed to…

Randomized controlled trialMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeine
2018Journal articleFree to read

Enrichment of Biscuits with Matcha Green Tea Powder: Its Impact on Consumer Acceptability and Acute Metabolic Response.

Phongnarisorn B, Orfila C, Holmes M, et al. — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

… ground green tea leaves that are rich in phytochemicals, most particularly catechins. Shortbread biscuits were enriched with MGTP and evaluated for consumer acceptability and potential functional health properties. Baking decreased …

Observational (human)Metabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityCited 40×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Effects of matcha green tea on the pharmacokinetics of nadolol in rats.

Mashaqbeh ET, El-Elimat T, Alshogran OY, et al. — PloS one

… Matcha, a shade-grown green tea consumed as an ultra-fine powder, is rich in catechins that may inhibit the transport of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates such as nadolol. This study investigated the effects of administering single and …

Animal studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineAuthenticity and analytical methods
2026Journal articleFree to read

Matcha – an ordinary tea or a superfood with remarkable health benefits? A review of human and animal studies

Julia Ziemińska, Michał Małek, Oktawia Wojtaszek, et al. — Quality in Sport

… of green tea, characterized by a high content of bioactive compounds, like catechins, caffeine, theanine and dietary fiber. By its unique cultivation and processing methods, matcha has attracted scientific interest as a functional …

Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressure
2026Journal articleFree to read

Matcha as a source of bioactive compounds - current evidence on biological properties and potential clinical relevance

Dominika Joanna Duczmal-Zowczak, Tomasz Zowczak, Jakub Tomasz Duczmal, et al. — Quality in Sport

… powdered tea leaves, resulting in exposure to bioactive compounds including catechins, caffeine, L-theanine and chlorophylls. Aim: To review current evidence on the chemical composition and potential health-promoting effects of matcha, …

Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenols
2024Journal articleFree to read

Exploring the Health Benefits of Matcha: A Comprehensive Review

Aleksandra Korn, Justyna Jędrzejczyk, Olga Łopacińska, et al. — Journal of Education Health and Sport

… database and Google Scholar, the following keywords were searched: "matcha", “catechin", "EGCG", “cognitive function”, “green tea” State of knowledge: Existing studies have demonstrated that matcha exhibits anticancer properties, …

Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressureCited 1×
1999Journal article

Inhibition of urinary bladder tumors induced by N-butyl-N-(4-hydroxybutyl)-nitrosamine in rats by green tea.

Sato D — International journal of urology : official journal of the Japanese Urological Association

Background: Recently, the anticarcinogenic effects of green tea have been studied in sites other than the urinary tract. The present study examined the inhibition by green tea of vesical tumors induced in rats by N-butyl-N-(4-hydroxybutyl)…

Animal studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsCancerMetabolism and weightCited 44×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Matcha (Camellia sinensis): Bioactive Constituents, Pharmacological Activities, and Emerging Therapeutic Applications — A Comprehensive Review

Rohit Chavan*1, Rashmi Khairnar2, Pratiksha Aher2, Siddhi Avhad2 — Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences

… fraction of the leaf never leaves the cup, matcha delivers a different catechin dose, and a different physical form of that dose, than a brewed infusion or a milligram-standardised green tea extract (GTE) capsule ever could. Most …

ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressure
2026Journal articleFree to read

Matcha Green Tea in Sport: Effects on Metabolism, Physical Performance, and Recovery - A Narrative Review of Human and Animal Studies

Emilia Skrzypek, Jakub Łącki, Małgorzata Czechowska, et al. — Quality in Sport

Background. Matcha green tea is a powdered form of Japanese green tea, rich in catechins, caffeine, theanine, and other polyphenols. These compounds may support cognitive function, reduce stress, influence gut microbiota, and improve …

ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenols
2026Journal articleFree to read

Matcha versus Coffee: Comparative Effects on Cognitive Performance, Stress Response and Cardiometabolic Health in Physically Active Individuals – A Narrative Review

Aleksandra Wojtera, Szymon Bojanowski, Marcelina Skajewska, et al. — Quality in Sport

… under conditions of psychological and subjective arousal. Matcha-derived catechins may influence blood pressure, glucose metabolism, lipid metabolism, inflammation, and oxidative stress. Coffee consumption has been associated with …

ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressure
2025Journal article

Matcha intake enhances systemic oxidative stress resistance and activates detoxification pathways in Drosophila melanogaster.

Tsuda M — Bioscience, biotechnology, and biochemistry

… of detoxification and antioxidant pathways, likely driven by caffeine-catechin synergy. Unlike green tea catechins, matcha did not extend lifespan under high-protein diets, underscoring complex physiological effects and …

Other / not statedCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeine
2024Journal articleFree to read

Matcha and exercise synergy: Elucidating mechanisms and central signaling pathways modulating glycolipid metabolism in high‐fat diet‐induced obese mice

Jihong Zhou, Lejia Ding, Wei Chen, et al. — Food Frontiers

Abstract Matcha green tea, renowned for its rich composition of catechin, theanine, caffeine, and fiber‐bound polyphenols, distinguishes itself with heightened bioavailability and promising potential in addressing obesity and metabolic …

Animal studyMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 2×

How this library is built

Every record comes from three open scholarly indexes — PubMed, OpenAlex and Europe PMC — searched for the word “matcha.” Records are merged by DOI and PubMed ID so each study appears once. A paper is kept only if matcha appears in its title, abstract, author keywords or subject terms and the text is about tea or food, which filters out the surname Matcha, software called Matcha, and the Scandinavian verb “matcha” (to match).

Study type and topic tags are assigned automatically from each paper's own title, abstract and subject terms using fixed keyword rules — no guesses, and papers without an abstract are marked as unclassified. Automatic tagging is imperfect, so treat tags as a way to narrow a search, not as a verdict on a paper's quality. A study being listed here is not an endorsement of its findings.

Coverage: this is every indexed paper that names matcha, not every study of green tea or its compounds (those are far more numerous). Papers that mention matcha only in passing are hidden by default. Work that never uses the word “matcha,” and publications outside these indexes, are not included. The library was last rebuilt October 20, 2026.

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