OMGTEA Organic Matcha Green Tea - Japanese AAA Grade Matcha Tea Powder 30g - Increase Energy - Improve Mental Focus - 100% Organic

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Above, we are pictured celebrating my birthday in July 2020. We both continue to drink Matcha tea every day with the occasional glass of fizz thrown in!

AAA+ is one of our highest quality matcha it is ideal for drinking straight Japanese style. Similar to our AAA Grade, it is made with leaves from the first harvest. However, it is the blend of leaves that are different; tea leaves from different plant and tea fields are combined in the same way grapes of different varieties are combined to create some wines. This is where the invaluable tea master comes in; his palate, knowledge and experience is used to blend the leaves to create the different grades, so although they are both high grade, the AAA+ is even higher.The competition and these terms and conditions will be governed by English law and any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England. Place 1/2 heaped teaspoon of matcha into a tea strainer over a mug or bowl to remove any lumps. Add a few drops of 80℃ water and mix to create a paste. Fill with more 80℃ water and whisk until frothy and smooth. A hand-held battery operated matcha tea/milk frother is a very good alternative to the bamboo whisk. We use this Aerolatte one that was developed specifically for matcha. The 'type' of caffeine in Matcha is different to that of caffeine in coffee, called Theophylline, which gives you a much more sustainable release of energy throughout the day. Among the largest categories, Naturally Healthy Tea will record the highest growth rate of 10% in value sales. Within Naturally Healthy Tea, Naturally Healthy green tea will be the main growth driver, with sales stimulated by the increasing popularity of RTD green tea in helping to control weight.

L-theanine is responsible for increasing alpha brain wave activity, which in turn promotes relaxation. When combined with the stimulant caffeine, it induces a feeling of alert relaxation and increased focus over a longer period, compared to caffeine alone. This is because the effects of caffeine are being moderated by L-theanine. In this study, the group data showed that exercise-induced fat oxidation was significantly increased by 35%! It was wonderful to learn that 86% of our Matcha Challenge participants benefited from better mood, particularly in January and February, two of the typically more challenging months of the year. For more than 800 years, the Zen Buddhist Monks have been using matcha to support their meditation and, matcha was also the tea the Samurai turned to before battle, because of its long-lasting energy boost and its ability to promote a state of relaxed awareness and concentration.OMGTEA AAA Grade Matcha Tea is a high grade organic, premium ceremonial tea. Each tin contains 30g / 30 servings. Throughout the year we also do a variety of ad hoc giveaways, sometimes partnering with groups of other brands. If you are interested in entering these competitions, we suggest you follow us on our social media accounts, which is where we will be announcing details.

Another positive side-effect of the L-Theanine found in matcha is the production of dopamine and serotonin. These two chemicals are known to enhance mood, improve memory and promote better concentration. This is said to be due to the amino acid L-Theanine contained in the Matcha leaves combined with caffeine. In January 2010, my mum was diagnosed with a serious illness. I vowed to do everything I could do to help her and started working with a breast cancer charity that funds world-class research. I spent a lot of time in the research unit and was fascinated to see what was being discovered. I enjoy a cup of OMG Tea as part of my daily morning routine, ideally before any exercise. Grade AAA is my personal favourite. I have been drinking the OMG Organic matcha green tea for many years and I believe my health and well-being has definitely benefited 💕” Rich in fibre and chlorophyll, quality matcha also contains vitamin C, selenium, chromium, zinc, and magnesium. With an abundance of antioxidants, including the powerful EGCg, it’s not surprising that matcha is often referred to as the superfood of all superfoods but what does that mean for our health?

The slow and steady release of energy that matcha provides means that drinkers can maintain their athletic performance for extended periods of time. The caffeine in matcha also helps to improve reaction time and focus while the amino acid L-theanine has been shown to increase maximum oxygen uptake.