Health Benefits: Antioxidant power in every sip:
- Powerful antioxidant: Contains a high concentration of antioxidants, such as polyphenols, which fight free radicals and protect cells from damage.
- Increased focus and attention: Helps improve focus, memory and cognitive functions.
- Boosts energy and activity: Provides sustained energy without causing sudden spikes in blood sugar levels.
- Supports Heart Health: Helps lower bad cholesterol levels and improve cardiovascular health.
- Improves metabolism: It helps burn calories more effectively.
- Calming and relaxing: Helps to relax and reduce stress and anxiety.
Nutritional value (per 1/2 teaspoon (1 g)):
- Calories: 5.
- Total Fat: 0 g (0% DV).
- Saturated Fat: 0 g (0% DV).
- Trans fat: 0 g.
- Cholesterol: 0 mg (0% of the Daily Value).
- Sodium: 10 mg (0% DV).
- Total Carbohydrate: Less than 1 g (less than 1% of the Daily Value).
- Dietary Fiber: 0 g (0% Daily Value).
- Total Sugars: 0 g.
- Added sugars: 0 g (0% DV).
- Protein: 0 g.
- Vitamin D: 0 mcg (0% Daily Value).
- Calcium: 8 mg (0% DV).
- Iron: 0 mg (0% DV).
- Potassium: 27 mg (0% DV).
How to use: Multiple ways to enjoy Matcha:
- Traditional Matcha Tea: Matcha powder is whisked with hot water using a bamboo whisk (chasen) until foamy.
- Matcha Latte Drinks: Add matcha powder to hot milk (cow’s milk or plant-based milk) and add honey or maple syrup to taste.
- Juices and Smoothies: Matcha powder is added to juices and smoothies to increase their nutritional value.
- Baked goods and desserts: Matcha powder can be used in baking and desserts to add a distinctive flavour and colour.