Matcha is a powder made of finely ground green tea leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant. Its origins can be traced back to ancient China. Farmers grow the plants in the shade for much of the time, ...

Matcha tea is a kind of green tea. It may be good for your heart, weight, and other aspects of health due to its antioxidant content. It’s also easy to incorporate into your diet. Matcha is popular in ...

Matcha's popularity as a health drink masks potential downsides of excessive consumption. High intake can strain the liver due to concentrated catechins like EGCG, interfere with nutrient absorption, ...

Matcha is right up there with other so-called superfoods, like turmeric, ginger, kefir, wild blueberries, and mushrooms. It’s in powdered form, so it’s easy to incorporate in smoothies, drinks, and ...

While coffee has been the wake-up alarm and a go-to beverage for many, matcha is quickly catching on as the healthier alternative. As coffee is packed with caffeine, which gives a boost of energy, it ...

Partial to a matcha latte? Discover what this green powder is, the potential health benefits, and how much caffeine it contains Martha RobertsSenior researcher and writer Award-winning senior ...