Matcha Magic Tutorial
Everything about Matcha tea is a magical; the vibrant colour, its health benefits, even how it makes you feel. Matcha is known as the oldest and most premium variety of green tea in Japan and is quickly gaining popularity in the western world. Because of its quick popularity, the traditional preparation tends be overlooked. The preparation is viewed as sacred and even meditative.
One of the biggest reasons Matcha has become so popular is because it is a nutrient powerhouse! Since matcha is whole green tea leaves that have been finely ground, 100% of the nutrients are retained. These include antioxidants, amino acids and other vitamins and mineral. In fact, just one cup of matcha has 137 times more antioxidants than regular green tea! Antioxidants are naturally occurring chemical compounds that prevent aging and chronic diseases by protecting the body against oxidative stress.
On top of the anti- aging effects, Matcha is renowned for the calm energy that it provides. This is thanks to an amino acid called L-Theanine. When we get stressed out, our brain creates beta waves. Beta waves make our mind busy and our bodies feel agitated and uneasy. L-Theanine helps our brain switch off the beta waves and increases the alpha wave production. With more alpha waves, the mind is calm yet alert, and the body releases tension. This makes matcha a great beverage choice for anyone who is looking for calm, stable energy.