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The Global Matcha Research Library

641 papers, trials, theses and preprints that study matcha, gathered from PubMed, OpenAlex and Europe PMC, tagged by study type and topic, and linked back to every source. We keep abstracts and citations; the full text stays with its publisher.

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218 studies match for “Matcha powder”

2024Journal articleFree to read

Exploring the Influence of Origin, Harvest Time, and Cultivation Method on Antioxidant Capacity and Bioactive Compounds of Matcha Teas.

Jakubczyk K, Szymczykowska K, Kika J, et al. — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

Matcha, or powdered green tea, has been gaining popularity and is no longer consumed only in the form of infusions, finding new uses in gastronomy and the food industry. The range of teas available on the food market has expanded …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCultivation and shadingCited 13×
2025Journal articleFree to read

Effect of Adding Matcha Powder (Green Tea) on Improvement Chemical and Sensorial Properties of Pudding

Nada M. A. A. Ramadan, Mona M. Khalil, Rania E. El-Gammal, et al. — Journal of Food and Dairy Sciences

This study was conducted to study the effect of adding matcha powder on the chemical and sensory properties of prepared pudding. Matcha was added at different concentrations of 3,5 and 10%. Results of the chemical analysis showed that …

Sensory / consumerAntioxidants and polyphenolsCancerProcessing, milling and quality
2009Journal article

Matcha, a powdered green tea, ameliorates the progression of renal and hepatic damage in type 2 diabetic OLETF rats.

Yamabe N, Kang KS, Hur JM, et al. — Journal of medicinal food

Matcha, a powdered green tea produced by grinding with a stone mill, has been popularly used in the traditional tea ceremony and foods in Japan. Matcha is well known to be richer in some nutritional elements and epigallocatechin …

Animal studyCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 38×
2022Journal article

Effect of three milling processes (cyclone-, bead- and stone-millings) on the quality of matcha: Physical properties, taste and aroma.

Huang Y, Goh RMV, Pua A, et al. — Food chemistry

Analysis of three matcha (cyclone-, bead- and stone-milled) revealed differences in their sizes and surface morphologies. Using liquid chromatography, 4 sugars, 6 organic acids, 18 amino acids and 9 polyphenols were detected in all matcha …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 28×
2018Journal article

Fast nondestructive identification of steamed green tea powder adulterations in matcha by visible spectroscopy combined with chemometrics

Xiao‐Lan Yu, Yong He — Spectroscopy Letters

Compared with green tea powder, whether enzyme-deactivated by steam or pan-fire, matcha is rich in nutrients, but is more expensive. Using steamed green tea powder to adulterate matcha often occurs and this study provided an effective …

Chemical / analyticalProcessing, milling and qualityAuthenticity and analytical methodsCited 18×
2024Journal articleFree to read

FORMULATION OF MORINGA OLEIFERA SOY MILK ICE CREAM AS A SUBSTITUTION FOR MATCHA POWDER

Rokfatul Milla, Mochammad Yasin, Tidar Aden Hawa — PROCEEDING INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ECONOMICS BUSINESS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (ICEBIT)

… ice cream. Generally, ice cream is added with flavors and colorings, including matcha powder. However, it turns out that matcha contains anti-nutritional substances tannins which can inhibit iron absorption. Moringa (Moringa oleifera) is …

Food science / processingProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryFood products and applications
2016Journal articleFree to read

The odor of matcha (Japanese powdered green tea) as the base note of green tea leaves

Toshio Hasegawa, Yasutsugu Tsukumo, Takashi Fujita, et al. — International Journal of Tea Science

… which is similar to but distinct from the odor of commercially available matcha (Japanese green tea made from powder).This study, investigated whether the group of aroma compounds contributing to this matcha-like odor is present in …

Chemical / analyticalCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 3×
2023Journal articleFree to read

The combined effects of L-Carnitine and matcha green tea in the formulation of effervescent powder for weight loss management as a dietary supplement

Ajay Ramdas Nannar, Raosaheb S. Shendge, K. S. Salunkhe — BOHR Journal of Pharmaceutical Studies.

… body’s functioning. Thus, in this review, we discuss and study L-carnitine and matcha green tea as supplements without any side effects on our body.

ReviewMetabolism and weightProcessing, milling and qualityFood products and applications
2025Journal article

Development and characterization of bio-based composite films with matcha powder: Impact of matcha concentration and glutaraldehyde crosslinking on properties

Ayşe Nur Zambak, Sema Samatya Yılmaz, Bedriye Uçpinar, et al. — Journal of Thermoplastic Composite Materials

… blended with glycerol as a plasticizer to produce a biodegradable film matrix. Matcha tea (MT) powder was then incorporated into this matrix at varying concentrations (1%, 2%, 5%, 10 wt%) as a natural antioxidant and antimicrobial agent. …

Other / not statedAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityProcessing, milling and quality
2026Journal articleFree to read

Synergistic enhancement of matcha tea with strawberry (Qassim region) aqueous extracts: influence of extraction temperature on phytochemicals, vitamin C, and bioactivities.

Aleid NAM, Alhomaid RM, Ali RFM, et al. — Frontiers in nutrition

Introduction: Matcha tea is renowned for its rich phytochemical profile; however, optimizing its bioactive potential through formulation and extraction conditions requires further investigation. This study tested the hypothesis that …

In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityProcessing, milling and qualityCited 2×
2022Journal articleFree to read

Effects of Tea Powder on the Cooking Properties, Antioxidative Potential and Volatile Profiles of Dried Noodles.

Kayama K, Wei R, Zhang Y, et al. — Foods (Basel, Switzerland)

… are being made to use it as a food additive. In this study, three types of tea powder (TP) [matcha tea powder (MTP), green tea powder (GTP), and black tea powder (BTP)] were used in noodle processing, and the cooking properties, …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 14×
2025Journal articleFree to read

Comprehensive microRNA analysis toward exploring a new functional component in Matcha green tea.

Huang YL, Morikawa-Ichinose T, Lee SU, et al. — Food chemistry. Molecular sciences

Matcha, a traditional Japanese green tea, has health-promoting effects. However, little is known about its bioactive components, except for polyphenols, caffeine, and amino acids. Here, we revealed the presence of diverse miRNAs, a type of …

Agronomy / cultivationCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 2×
2022Journal articleFree to read

Fluoride Content of Matcha Tea Depending on Leaf Harvest Time and Brewing Conditions.

Jakubczyk K, Ligenza A, Gutowska I, et al. — Nutrients

Matcha, or powdered green tea (Camellia sinensis) of the Tencha type, is popular all around the world, and its consumption continues to rise. Because of its unique cultivation method, it is rich in phytochemicals and has many …

Agronomy / cultivationSafety, contaminants and toxicityCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityCited 7×
2025Book or chapterFree to read

Low-Temperature Matcha Powder Grinder Based on Double Grinding Structure

Qi Gao, Hongxia Zhao, Le Sun, et al. — Advances in transdisciplinary engineering

… low, and the tea-producing areas mainly pick spring tea in China. However, the matcha powder made by grinding summer and autumn tea can be deeply processed into various products, which can effectively enhance the utilization value of …

Food science / processingProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensory
2022Journal articleFree to read

Impact of Bioactive Compounds of Plant Leaf Powders in White Chocolate Production: Changes in Antioxidant Properties during the Technological Processes.

Poliński S, Topka P, Tańska M, et al. — Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland)

Bioactive compounds present in the powdered leaves of matcha green tea (Camellia sinensis L.) (MGTP) and moringa (Moringa oleifera) (MOLP) seem to be related to health benefits due to their antioxidant properties. The growing accessibility …

Other / not statedAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityFood products and applicationsCited 14×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Effects of different categories of tea powders incorporated into fresh noodles on quality, non-volatile metabolites, and aroma characteristics.

Li H, Chen X, Wang S, et al. — Food chemistry: X

Tea powder incorporation is a promising strategy for developing functional fresh noodles, but the effects of different tea powders on noodle quality and metabolic characteristics remain unclear. In this study, 20% of wheat flour was …

In vitro / cell studyMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and quality
2024Journal articleFree to read

Quality analysis and antioxidant activity of different types of tea powder

Yutong Ye, Zeyi Ai, Ronglin Li, et al. — Food Production Processing and Nutrition

Abstract As a natural product with health benefits, tea powder (TP) is widely used in food processing field. In order to explore sensory evaluation, quality components and antioxidant activities among different types of TP, matcha TP, …

Chemical / analyticalAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 10×
2016Journal articleFree to read

The Powdering Process with a Set of Ceramic Mills for Green Tea Promoted Catechin Extraction and the ROS Inhibition Effect.

Fujioka K, Iwamoto T, Shima H, et al. — Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)

… serving green tea, there are two prominent methods: steeping the leaf or the powdered leaf (matcha style) in hot water. The purpose of the present study was to reveal chemical and functional differences before and after the powdering …

In vitro / cell studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityFood products and applicationsCited 47×
2024Journal articleFree to read

Effect of matcha green tea on cognitive functions and sleep quality in older adults with cognitive decline: A randomized controlled study over 12 months.

Uchida K, Meno K, Korenaga T, et al. — PloS one

… is a pivotal factor in the prevention of dementia in the preclinical stages. Matcha green tea powder (matcha), which contains epigallocatechin gallate, theanine, and caffeine, has beneficial effects on cognitive function and mood. We …

Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 25×

How this library is built

Every record comes from three open scholarly indexes — PubMed, OpenAlex and Europe PMC — searched for the word “matcha.” Records are merged by DOI and PubMed ID so each study appears once. A paper is kept only if matcha appears in its title, abstract, author keywords or subject terms and the text is about tea or food, which filters out the surname Matcha, software called Matcha, and the Scandinavian verb “matcha” (to match).

Study type and topic tags are assigned automatically from each paper's own title, abstract and subject terms using fixed keyword rules — no guesses, and papers without an abstract are marked as unclassified. Automatic tagging is imperfect, so treat tags as a way to narrow a search, not as a verdict on a paper's quality. A study being listed here is not an endorsement of its findings.

Coverage: this is every indexed paper that names matcha, not every study of green tea or its compounds (those are far more numerous). Papers that mention matcha only in passing are hidden by default. Work that never uses the word “matcha,” and publications outside these indexes, are not included. The library was last rebuilt October 20, 2026.

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