Research
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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151 studies match for “Humans”
This study was realized to determine the effects of whey protein isolate (5% w/v) based edible coatings (WPC) containing different concentrations (3, 6, 9% w/v) of acai powder extract (AE) and matcha extract (ME) on oxidative and microbial…
Observational (human)Metabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeCited 33×This research demonstrates a green synthesis and subsequent functionalization process of copper oxide nanoparticles (CuO NPs) utilizing matcha green tea extract as a sustainable reducing and functionalizing agent. UPLC-MS analysis revealed…
In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsCancerInflammation and immunityCited 1×Background: Gingivitis is a reversible, dental biofilm-induced inflammation which is characterised by bleeding on probing (BOP) and oxidative stress in the gingival tissues. Matcha tea, a type of green tea with high antioxidant content,…
Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsSkin, oral and dentalCited 1×Matcha tea has been used as an adjunct in weight loss programs. The weight loss effects of matcha tea were evaluated in a prospective non-randomized open-label comparative study of overweight and obese individuals who followed a specified…
Observational (human)Cognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 17×Japanese green teas, including matcha, sencha, and gyokuro, are derived from the leaves of Camellia sinensis and contain bioactive compounds such as catechins, caffeine, and amino acids, notably theanine. However, the amounts and ratios of…
ReviewCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCooked rice (CR) is a staple diet for many people, but exhibits the high glycemic index that makes it difficult to control the blood glucose. Herein, instant green tea (IGT), instant black tea (IBT) and matcha (Mat) (1, 2 and 3% w/w, rice…
In vitro / cell studyGut and microbiomeProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 30×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×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 caffeineArtificial green tea extracts may enhance exercise-induced fat oxidation. Natural Matcha green tea consumption involves the ingestion of the powdered green tea leaves. We examined the effects of three weeks daily intake of Matcha green tea…
Randomized controlled trialMetabolism and weightProcessing, milling and qualityCardiovascular and blood pressureCited 10×ABSTRACT Studies have suggested that phytochemicals in green tea have systemic anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects. However, the mechanisms behind these effects are poorly understood, possibly due to the differential metabolism…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 4×The aim of this work was to optimize our natural hair dyeing system which we described in our previous work and to compare with other dyeing systems. Therefore, we investigated concentration limits of matcha and mordant and compared this…
Sensory / consumerSkin, oral and dentalProcessing, milling and qualityAuthenticity and analytical methodsCited 14×Matcha and green tea catechins such as (-)-epicatechin (EC), (-)-epigallocatechin (EGC) and (-)-epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) have long been studied for their antioxidant and health-promoting effects. Using specific fluorophores for H2S…
Animal studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsAuthenticity and analytical methodsCited 48×Alcoholic fatty liver disease (AFLD) is a common chronic liver disease and has become a critical global public health problem. Green tea is a popular drink worldwide and contains several bioactive compounds. Different green teas could…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityCited 29×Background: Mindfulness practices, such as breathing meditation (BM), reduce stress and enhance mood. One such practice is mindful eating, where a practitioner focuses on the five senses while eating or drinking. A novel set of prototypes…
Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressProcessing, milling and qualityFood products and applicationsCited 1×Ethnopharmacological relevance: Matcha green tea (Camellia sinensis) based-supplements have been widely used since they present a greater content of phenolic compounds than traditional green tea, which is popularly used in the treatment of…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressureCited 14×Dairy-based functional beverages have been a growing segment as consumer demands for health foods have shifted focus from simply enhancing lifespan to protecting health. Green tea is often limited in use because of poor bioavailability and…
ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 45×We investigated the anticarcinogenic potential of green tea and its components epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) and quercetin, as well as tamoxifen, on MCF-7 and MDA-MB-23 breast cancer cells. Using high-performance liquid chromatography,…
In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsCancerInflammation and immunityCited 76×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 microbiomeMatcha (Camellia sinensis) and yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) are polyphenol-rich plants of growing interest for cosmetic applications, yet the influence of green extraction solvents on their cosmeceutical potential remains…
In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsSkin, oral and dentalAuthenticity and analytical methodsIn general, catechins contained in green tea are believed to have positive effects on the human body and mental health. The intake of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a major polyphenol in green tea, is known to be effective for retinal…
Animal studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsSkin, oral and dentalProcessing, milling and qualityCited 12×Purpose: In the following work, we investigated the nuclear peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ)-dependent proliferation behavior of breast cancer cells after stimulation with matcha green tea extract (MTE). Methods:…
Chemical / analyticalCancerCited 11×Background: Self-adhesive resin cements (SARCs) are widely used in the field of restorative dentistry due to their simplified application and adequate bonding properties. However, their long-term color and surface stability, particularly…
In vitro / cell studyProcessing, milling and qualityCited 1×Certain foods such as turmeric and green tea have been extensively studied for anticancer properties, while high polyphenol sorghum has not received the same attention. Some bioactive compounds in Sorghum bicolor with anticancer activity…
In vitro / cell studyCancerProcessing, milling and qualityCognition, mood and stressCited 21×Background: Green tea is traditionally known to induce mental clarity, cognitive function, physical activation and relaxation. Recently, a special green tea, matcha tea, is rapidly gaining popularity throughout the world and is frequently…
ReviewCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 70×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×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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