The Global Matcha Research Library

Effect shading intensity on color, chemical composition, and sensory evaluation of green tea (Camelia sinensis var Assamica)

… as the awareness of the consumers' well-being increased. The product contains antioxidants, mainly catechin, and a unique taste. Matcha is commonly produced from Camelia sinensis var sinensis, whereas in other Asian regions with shading …

ROLE OF MATCHA GREEN TEA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF ORAL SUBMUCOUS FIBROSIS: A REVIEW

… been useful, but none have shown promising results except for their strong antioxidant potential. This antioxidant activity is incorporated abundantly in the naturally occurring ayurvedic formulation, matcha green tea (MGT). This …

The Effect of Matcha Ingestion on Medicine Students in Al-Madina Al-Munawara

Background: Matcha, a powdered form of green tea, is acclaimed for its high antioxidant content and numerous potential health benefits. This study aims to investigate the effects of regular Matcha consumption on mood, stress levels, and …

Effect of Green Tea Phytochemicals on Mood and Cognition.

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…

Understanding the role of green tea and matcha consumption in cardiovascular health, obesity, and diabetes: Insights from a Saudi Arabian population

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…

Matcha green tea (MGT) inhibits the propagation of cancer stem cells (CSCs), by targeting mitochondrial metabolism, glycolysis and multiple cell signalling pathways.

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…

Anxiolytic-like effects using adult zebrafish, bioaccessibility and phenolic profile of matcha and sugarcane beverages.

Background: This work presents the development of functional beverages for brain health support formulated with matcha, sugarcane juice, and medicinal plants chamomile (CT) and lemon balm (LB) tea extracts. Methods: For this, the…

Matcha alleviates sneezing response in a murine model of allergic rhinitis.

Matcha, a traditional Japanese tea, has been implicated in various health effects. Herein, we investigated the impact of Matcha on allergic rhinitis by employing an allergen-induced nasal inflammation model in mice. Allergen-induced…

Matcha green tea attenuates acrylamide-induced cerebellar damage in rats: Biochemical, histological and immunohistochemical study.

In industry, acrylamide (ACR) is generated by heating tobacco and carbohydrate-rich foods. In the past decade, ACR neurotoxicity has become a growing concern. This study examined matcha green tea (MAT)'s protective effect against…

Nature's touch in the laboratory: eco-friendly and green dual-mode UV-vis and smartphone RGB analysis of procaine in pharmaceuticals using a non-heated aqueous matcha green tea extract.

Using the principles of green chemistry, a new, simple, rapid, and eco-friendly dual-mode system for procaine detection in pharmaceutical samples was developed in this study. This system relied on the diazotization of procaine, followed by…

Effects of three-week intake of Matcha green tea powder on heart rate variability metrics

Introduction: Compared to other green teas, higher intake of multiple phytochemicals is achieved with Matcha green tea consumption. Green tea consumption is known to have metabolic effects but is also consumed for supposed calming effects.…

Oxidative Stressmessung anhand ausgewählter Antioxidantien

… enthalt viel mehr Polyphenole als gewohnliche Gruntee-Sorten, die eine starke antioxidative Wirkung besitzen. Resveratrol, das sehr stark im Rotwein enthalten ist hat ebenfalls eine antioxidative Wirkung. Diese beiden Stoffe konnen in …

Influence of continued ingestion of matcha on emotional behaviors after social stress in mice.

Matcha has high contents of theanine, caffeine, and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Among these, theanine reduces psychological and physiological stress responses, although this effect is disturbed by caffeine and EGCG. It was reported…

The Powdering Process with a Set of Ceramic Mills for Green Tea Promoted Catechin Extraction and the ROS Inhibition Effect.

For serving green tea, there are two prominent methods: steeping the leaf or the powdered leaf (matcha style) in hot water. The purpose of the present study was to reveal chemical and functional differences before and after the powdering…

Effects of matcha tea extract on cell viability and estrogen receptor-β expression on MCF-7 breast cancer cells.

Purpose: In the following work, we investigated the effect of matcha green tea extract (MTE) on MCF-7 breast cancer cell viability and estrogen receptor-beta expression (ERβ). Methods: MCF-7 cells were stimulated with MTE at concentrations…

Unveiling the total catechin profile in tea leaves: a novel one-step extraction method empowered by UPLC-IDX-Orbitrap mass spectrometry.

More catechins are found in green tea than in any other type of tea, with its predominant production taking place in Asian nations. Consumption of green tea has been strongly correlated with a reduced risk of many diseases. This study…

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

… particularly epigallocatechin-3-gallate, appears to play a central role in its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. The studies also suggest potential anticarcinogenic properties, while recent findings indicate that matcha …

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

… caffeine and chlorophylls, varying by processing. Preclinical studies indicate antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and metabolic effects, including modulation of lipid metabolism, gut microbiota and the gut-liver axis. Human studies suggest …

The Impact of Matcha Green Tea on Human Health – Mechanisms of Action, Clinical Evidence, and Health Effects

… of action, and health effects. Mechanistically, EGCG activates the Nrf2/Keap1 antioxidant pathway, suppresses inflammatory signaling, and synergizes with L-theanine/caffeine to enhance cognitive function, while modulating gut microbiota …

Matcha Green Tea Exhibits Bactericidal Activity against Streptococcus pneumoniae and Inhibits Functional Pneumolysin.

Streptococcus pneumoniae is a causative pathogen of several human infectious diseases including community-acquired pneumonia. Pneumolysin (PLY), a pore-forming toxin, plays an important role in the pathogenesis of pneumococcal pneumonia.…

Stirred media mill: A novel efficient technology for improving the physicochemical properties and aroma of matcha

Honey-Propolis-Enriched Pectin Films for Active Packaging of Soluble Coffee and Matcha Powders.

… concentrations led to higher total phenolic content and significantly improved antioxidant activity, with the 0.3% formulation exhibiting the most pronounced effect. Application tests demonstrated that the honey-propolis-enriched pectin …

Exploring the impact of chia seeds and matcha green tea on gene expression related to the puberty pathway in growing male New Zealand white rabbits.

… involved in regulating sexual hormones, and reproductive process under nitrite antioxidant plants in rabbit feed. However, there is not enough information about the role of chia seeds and matcha tea as anti-oxidative plants inhibit some …

Development of fermented beverage based on pistachio (Pistacia vera) extract: Effect of functional compounds on kefir growth and microbial metabolism

Exploring the Health Benefits of Matcha: A Comprehensive Review

… the gut microbiome. Moreover, matcha is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Summary: This review summarizes the latest research findings on matcha green tea and its potential health benefits. While animal …