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Matcha
Score: 1/10Anti-Inflammatory
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Matcha is powdered green tea with exceptionally high levels of catechins, particularly EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), one of the most studied anti-inflammatory compounds. Since you consume the whole leaf, matcha has 10x the antioxidants of regular green tea.
Benefits
- Extremely high in EGCG catechins
- 10x antioxidants of regular green tea
- Contains L-theanine for calm focus
- Powerful anti-inflammatory compound
Concerns
- Contains caffeine
- Can be expensive
- Quality varies significantly
Key Nutrients
EGCGL-theanineCatechinsChlorophyllVitamin C
Serving Size
1-2 tsp (1-2 cups)
Tips
Choose ceremonial grade for drinking, culinary grade for cooking. Avoid added sugar.
Recipes with Matcha
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