Matcha Antioxidants
matcha contains a host of unique antioxidants that are currently the center of attention by researchers and epidemiologists today. when compared to other premium green teas, matcha contains approximately 10 to 15 times the antioxidants per serving. a recent study conducted at the university of colorado at colorado springs suggested that matcha green tea contained over 137 times the egcg levels of popular tea bag green teas.
egcg, or epigallocatechin gallate, is a unique set of polyphenols that help to scavenge free radicals from the body. matcha also contains its sister polyphenols egc (epigallo catechins), ecg (epicatechin gallate), ec (epicatechins), which when working in synergy with each other as found in nature, seem to have a significantly stronger antioxidant effect than egcg alone.
absorption is also key. when tea bags or loose teas are steeped, only 5% to 10% of the nutrients naturally found in tea end up in the cup because most of the nutrients are not water-soluble. the minerals, fibers, vitamins, and antioxidants end up thrown out with the tea leaves. with matcha the whole tea leaf is ground into a fine powder and consumed entirely. so you get 100% of the nutrients from the leaves.
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Matcha Energy
matcha can give you an energy boost, without any jittery side effects. matcha contains a mild stimulant called theophylline. unlike the caffeine found in coffee, matcha theophylline releases smaller dosages of stimulation over a much longer period of time. matcha theophylline can help to keep you awake and focused for as long as 3 to 6 hours without any of the negative side effects often associated with the caffeine found in coffee.
Matcha Focus
Much has been written about matcha's ability to help provide sustained focus and lucidness. the buddhist monks were the first to harness this power. buddhist monks often meditate for 3 to 6 hours at a time. the mild stimulation from the theophylline found in matcha kept them awake and alert for the duration of their meditations while the theanines allowed the monks to relax, focus and concentrate on their training.
the amino acids called theanines found in matcha are found virtually exclusively in green tea. growing research suggests that the consumption of theanines may help to produce more alpha waves in the brain: the same brain waves that are created when you have a massage or relax in a hot bath. theanines trigger the brain to feel more relaxed and to reduce stress.
Matcha Nutrients
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Matcha Green Tea
Try our Organic Matcha Powdered Green Tea! It has a high ORAC and is rich in EGCG and antioxidants. Rich in L-theanine, It helps to elevate mood, energy and focus while at the same time providing a calmness to the body.
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the most exclusive tea leaves grown in nishio are shade grown. muzi matcha is made from the most delicate part of the tencha tea leaf. the tea leaves are only harvested once a year in early spring when the softest, youngest and sweetest tea leaves are grown. four weeks before the annual harvest, the young tea leaves are covered with tarp shading to eliminate up to 90% of the light reaching the tea leaf. the tea plants compensate for the loss of light by increasing chlorophyll in their leaves. making the tea greener.
only the best hand-picked tea leaves are then steamed, dried and cut to remove veins and stems. the dried leaves are frozen to ensure consistent quality throughout the year.
grinding matcha tea to a fine talcum like powder is like a zen meditation in itself. muzi matcha is ground using hand-crafted granite grinding wheels. used since the 17th century, these wheels are scientifically still the best way to prepare matcha. it's purposely a slow process, protecting the tea leaves from the burn of a fast grind which destroys the natural chlorophyll, amino acids and vitamins making the tea yellow and tasteless. taking time is best for the tea.
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raises energy. elevates mood. calms nerves. 70x the antioxidants of orange juice and 9x the beta-carotene of spinach.
these are just some of the health benefits that matcha delivers on. (plus it tastes a whole lot better than a glass of spinach juice.)
matcha is not only the best tea going. it's the best natural beverage out there that you can drink. and since it's been making its mark for over 800 years, it's what you might call tried and true. it may be enjoying its fifteen minutes of fame, but it's not a fad. matcha is here to stay. it's here to make everyone healthier and happier.
Matcha ORAC Tests
ORAC, short for oxygen radical absorbance capacity, is a testing method developed by the usda and tufts university to quantifiably measure the potency of antioxidants found in foods and beverages. foods that score high in an antioxidant assay called ORAC may protect cells and their components from damage by oxygen radicals, according to studies of animals and human blood (1). in a recent ORAC test conducted by brunswick laboratories on muzi matcha green tea, the results proved to be exponentially greater than all foods and beverages known so far. muzi matcha scored a whopping 1348 ORAC units per gram, a result that surpassed all antioxidant rich foods identified by the usda by a multiple of over 20!
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Top Antioxidant Foods |
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| Fruits | Vegetables | ||
| Prunes | 57.70 | Kale | 17.70 |
| Raisins | 28.30 | Spinach | 12.60 |
| Blueberries | 24.00 | Brussels Sprouts | 9.80 |
| Blackberries | 20.36 | Alfalfa Sprouts | 9.30 |
| Strawberries | 15.40 | Broccoli Florets | 8.90 |
| Raspberries | 12.20 | Beets | 8.40 |
| Plums | 9.49 | Red Bell Peppers | 7.10 |
| Oranges | 7.50 | Onions | 4.50 |
| Red Grapes | 7.39 | Corn | 4.00 |
| Cherries | 6.70 | Eggplants | 3.90 |
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1 USDA Agricultural Research Service: http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/np/fnrb/fnrb499.htm |
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Matcha vs. Coffee and Green Tea
The fundamental difference between matcha and coffee is the nutrients naturally found in both beverages. coffee contains a strong stimulant called caffeine and very little else. matcha on the other hand contains theophylline and theanines, as well as a host of minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants.
theophylline, a stimulant only found in teas, functions very differently than caffeine. caffeine is a very fast acting stimulant that immediately finds its way into the blood stream. the effects are felt within a matter of minutes, peaking around the 30 to 45 minute mark. the peak is often associated with shakes, jitters, sweats and general nervousness, a negative side effect of excessive caffeine consumption. the caffeine peak is then followed by a caffeine drop, or the lethargic, weakened feeling often experienced by coffee drinkers.
theophylline on the other hand functions very differently within the body. matcha contains an abundance of nutrients that slow the absorption of theophylline into the blood stream, leveling out the peak and allowing for a slow release of energy over a period of 3 to 6 hours. and unlike coffee, matcha delivers a soft landing, allowing many to drink matcha even at night and still get a good night's rest.
the amino acids or theanines in matcha also help to keep the mind relaxed and focused throughout the day, making matcha a far more practical and functional beverage than coffee to consume while working. matcha is also ph neutral while coffee is highly acidic, which can lead to indigestion and other digestive illnesses.