Matcha has high content of theaanine, catechin, vitamin C, helps slow down cognitive decline, stimulates the production of neurotransmitters.
Matcha is a green tea, used in smoothies, latte coffee and a variety of foods, drinks and supplements. Matcha has a light sweetness and slightly bitter, rich in polyphenols – a plant compound for health in general and brain health in particular.
Strengthen cognitive function: Matcha contains caffeine and theanine amino acids that can help memorize better, alert, focus attention and focus. Theanine bonds in matcha also protect the nerve, help slow down the process of cognitive decline related to age.
Helps control stress and anxiety: Drinking matcha daily contributes to reducing stress and anxiety thanks to the combination of the amino acid of Theanine and Arginine. Theanine stimulates the production of some neurotransmitters in the brain such as serotonin, gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), creating a relaxing feeling.
Reducing oxidation stress: Matcha contains Catechin (vegetable compound) such as Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG) and Epigallocatechin (EGC), along with vitamin C, flavonoids, which neutralize free radicals in the body, support to prevent oxidation stress. Oxidation stress is an excess of free radicals compared to beneficial antioxidants, harmful to the body including the brain.
Take Matcha daily provides a lot of anti -oxygen, which helps reduce the risk of a number of chronic diseases related to oxidative stress such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), viral or bacterial infections …
Matcha is rich in antioxidants. Image: Mr. Chi
Control blood sugar: The prolonged high blood glucose index damages the nerve, which is not beneficial to the brain. Matcha supports blood sugar control by containing polyphenols, quercetin, helping to increase the sensitivity of the body with insulin, regulate blood sugar, reduce the risk of diabetes.
Healthy intestinal support: Catechin and fiber in matcha also support digestion, healthy intestinal tract, enhance immune function. While intestinal – brain shaft creates physical and chemical connections, strong intestines, and bacterial riches are factors that contribute to improving brain health. Matcha rich in catechin contributes to promoting metabolism, adjusting the use of cell energy, supporting weight loss.
Matcha contains caffeine but with less amount, 1 g of matcha contains about 19-44 mg of caffeine. Adults should use a moderate amount and no more than 300 mg of caffeine per day, which should only use about 5-8 g of matcha powder during the day. Overdose can lead to side effects such as nausea, fatigue, dizziness …