Research
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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… response to training was larger in the matcha group. In addition, the salivary cortisol level was lower in the matcha group than that in the placebo group. Conclusion: Daily intake of matcha green tea beverages may help in muscle …
Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightGut and microbiomeCited 23×… To date, randomized clinical trials (RCT) showed that matcha decreases stress, slightly enhances attention and memory, and has no effect on mood. Results regarding the effect of matcha on cognitive function are contradictory and …
ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressureCited 49×This review compares the effects and benefits of consuming two of the most popular hot beverages: matcha tea and coffee. Both of them have been consumed for centuries and are embedded in cultural, societal, and dietary practices worldwide.…
Systematic review / meta-analysisCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsMatcha, a finely milled powdered green tea originating from Japan, is characterized by a unique cultivation method in which tea plants are shaded prior to harvest. This practice enhances the accumulation of chlorophyll, caffeine,…
ReviewCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 2×… function was assessed through serum creatinine and urea levels. Oxidative stress markers, including superoxide dismutase, glutathione, malondialdehyde, and catalase, were measured to evaluate the antioxidant effects of ETO and MG. …
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeCited 8×ABSTRACT Porphyromonas gingivalis has been associated with progression of periodontitis, characterized by inflammation and destruction of periodontal tissues. Here, we report that matcha, a product of Camellia sinensis , hampers the…
Clinical trial (non-randomized)Antioxidants and polyphenolsSkin, oral and dentalCognition, mood and stressCited 10×This study was conducted to evaluate the anti-amnesic effect of the aqueous extract of powdered green tea (matcha) (EM) in particulate matter (PM)2.5-induced systemic inflammation in BALB/c mice. EM ameliorated spatial learning and memory…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsCancerCited 34×… (M‐AgNPs) to reduce inflammation associated with γ‐radiation induced‐oxidative stress and inflammation in rats' spleen. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were synthesized by biogenic synthesis using a green sonochemical method from matcha (M) …
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityCited 11×Matcha tea is gaining popularity throughout the world in recent years and is frequently referred to as a mood-and-brain food. Previous research has demonstrated that three constituents present in matcha tea, l-theanine, epigallocatechin…
Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 66×Matcha shows promise for diabetes, obesity, and gut microbiota disorders. Studies suggest a significant link between gut microbiota, metabolites, and obesity. Thus, matcha may have a positive impact on obesity by modulating gut microbiota…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightL-theanine and caffeineCited 18×This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the bioactive compounds, health benefits, and production processes of two globally popular stimulant beverages: coffee and matcha. Both beverages are rich in bioactive compounds such as…
ReviewCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 1×Background/Objectives: Mood disorders include symptoms of depression, anxiety, and or stress, and have increased in prevalence. Green tea and its bioactive components (epigallocatechin gallate [EGCG] and L-theanine) have been investigated …
ReviewCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 7×Background: Being "positive" has been one of the most frustrating words anyone could hear since the end of 2019. This word had been overused globally due to the high infectious nature of SARS-CoV-2. All citizens are at risk of being…
ReviewAntioxidants and polyphenolsCancerInflammation and immunityCited 10×Matcha-tuna oil and matcha-maltodextrin-tuna oil emulsions (25% oil, dry basis), formulated to have protein: carbohydrate ratios of 1:1.1, 1:2, 1:3 and 1:4, were spray dried. Confocal laser scanning microscopy showed effective…
Food science / processingAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityCognition, mood and stressCited 31×Although the benefits of the consumption of green tea and its components, including catechins and theanine, regarding aging, memory impairment and age-related cognitive decline have been investigated in senescence-accelerated prone mice…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 10×… inflammation which is characterised by bleeding on probing (BOP) and oxidative stress in the gingival tissues. Matcha tea, a type of green tea with high antioxidant content, has been reported to enhance periodontal health, but its exact …
Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsSkin, oral and dentalCited 1×Schistosomiasis, a major parasitic illness, has high morbidity and negative financial effects in subtropical and tropical countries, including Egypt. The present study investigated the therapeutic effects of Spirulina platensis (SP) and…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsInflammation and immunityCited 14×… peptides, pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines, and oxidative stress biomarkers. Thirty-four participants had completed the study. The matcha tea and control groups showed significant reductions in body weight, body mass …
Observational (human)Cognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 17×… the physiological and psychological functions of green tea. For instance, the stress-relieving effects of theanine are modulated not only by its concentration but also by its interactions with coexisting compounds such as caffeine and …
ReviewCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeine… factors. Conventional treatments often don’t fix the problems of oxidative stress and inflammation that cause it. This has led to interest in natural antioxidants like matcha, a type of green tea powder grown in the shade. Unlike …
Clinical trial (non-randomized)Cognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiome… metabolism, lipid profile, iron storage, and one of the endoplasmic reticulum stress receptors of NZW rabbits. The data in this study reported that final body weight increased significantly (P < 0.05) in the matcha group compared to the …
Food science / processingCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 1×ABSTRACT Studies have suggested that phytochemicals in green tea have systemic anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects. However, the mechanisms behind these effects are poorly understood, possibly due to the differential metabolism…
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 4×Green tea is a popular refreshing drink with several functional properties attributed to its bioactive compounds. The bioactive content and composition vary with several factors. Several advances in chromatographic studies have facilitated…
Chemical / analyticalAuthenticity and analytical methodsCognition, mood and stressCultivation and shadingCited 18×Background Repeated ultraviolet (UV) exposure promotes oxidative stress, extracellular matrix remodeling, and disruption of dermoepidermal architecture, all of which contribute to skin photoaging. Although green tea derivatives have been …
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsSkin, oral and dentalEvery 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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