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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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334 studies match for “quality”

2019Journal articleFree to read

Evaluation of ethanol-based extraction conditions of sorghum bran bioactive compounds with downstream anti-proliferative properties in human cancer cells.

Cox S, Noronha L, Herald T, et al. — Heliyon

Certain foods such as turmeric and green tea have been extensively studied for anticancer properties, while high polyphenol sorghum has not received the same attention. Some bioactive compounds in Sorghum bicolor with anticancer activity…

In vitro / cell studyCancerProcessing, milling and qualityCognition, mood and stressCited 21×
2023Journal articleFree to read

Effect shading intensity on color, chemical composition, and sensory evaluation of green tea (Camelia sinensis var Assamica)

Manikharda Manikharda, Veny Elfionna Shofi, Benedicta Khrisnarestri Betari, et al. — Journal of the Saudi Society of Agricultural Sciences

… In tea cultivation, shading is one of the important practices to increase the quality of matcha. Therefore this study aimed to investigate the effect of cultivation technique, namely shading intensity (0%, 50%, 70%, 90%) on C. sinensis …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityCited 18×
2024Journal articleFree to read

The Effect of Matcha Ingestion on Medicine Students in Al-Madina Al-Munawara

Faris Merghani A Elmahdi, Esraa T Niazy, Fawzyah M Taher, et al. — International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)

Background: Matcha, a powdered form of green tea, is acclaimed for its high antioxidant content and numerous potential health benefits. This study aims to investigate the effects of regular Matcha consumption on mood, stress levels, and…

Observational (human)Cognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsFood products and applications
2025Journal articleFree to read

The Impact of Coffee, Matcha, Protein Drinks, and Water Storage on the Microhardness and Color Stability of a Nano-Ceramic Hybrid Composite CAD/CAM Blank.

Yeslam HE, Alkhaldi A, Alshehri G, et al. — Journal of functional biomaterials

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of popular beverages, coffee, matcha, and protein isolate, on the microhardness and color stability of feldspar glass ceramic (VB) and nano-ceramic hybrid composite (GD) CAD/CAM materials. Three…

Food science / processingSkin, oral and dentalProcessing, milling and qualityFood products and applicationsCited 1×
2026Journal article

Field-Aged Shade Nets Residues Disrupt Rhizosphere Microbiota and Nitrogen Metabolism in Tea (Camellia sinensis).

Wang K, Tong Z, Shen Y, et al. — Environmental science & technology

… ferroptosis-like lipid peroxidation in roots, leading to deterioration of tea quality. Beneficial rhizosphere groups such as Proteobacteria and Rozellomycota declined, while denitrifiers bacteria and saprotrophic fungi were enriched, …

Agronomy / cultivationMetabolism and weightL-theanine and caffeineGut and microbiome
2021Journal articleFree to read

Matcha Green Tea Powder does not Prevent Diet-Induced Arteriosclerosis in New Zealand White Rabbits Due to Impaired Reverse Cholesterol Transport.

Hunjadi M, Sieder C, Beierfuß A, et al. — Molecular nutrition & food research

Introduction: Green tea is associated with decreased risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke. Matcha is a special kind of powdered green tea known for its use in the Japanese tea ceremony. Due to its influence on lipoprotein parameters,…

Animal studyMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressureProcessing, milling and qualityCited 10×
2021Journal articleFree to read

Retrospecting the Antioxidant Activity of Japanese Matcha Green Tea–Lack of Enthusiasm?

Iyyakkannu Sivanesan, Judy Gopal, Manikandan Muthu, et al. — Applied Sciences

Matcha tea is a traditional Japanese tea that is said to possess ten times higher bioactive components and polyphenols than that of conventional green teas. Matcha is remotely popular among the global community and meagerly researched and…

ReviewAntioxidants and polyphenolsCognition, mood and stressProcessing, milling and qualityCited 28×
2016Journal article

The effects of the aqueous extract and residue of Matcha on the antioxidant status and lipid and glucose levels in mice fed a high-fat diet.

Xu P, Ying L, Hong G, et al. — Food & function

Matcha is a kind of powdered green tea produced by grinding with a stone mill. In the present study, the preventive effects of the aqueous extract (water-soluble) and residue (water-insoluble) of Matcha on the antioxidant status and lipid…

Animal studyCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 37×
2019Journal articleFree to read

Influence of continued ingestion of matcha on emotional behaviors after social stress in mice.

Monobe M, Nomura S, Ema K, et al. — Bioscience, biotechnology, and biochemistry

… by caffeine and EGCG. It was reported that the continued ingestion of high-quality matcha, whose molar ratio of caffeine and EGCG to theanine and arginine was kept at less than two, reduces stress responses. However, most matcha on …

Animal studyCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineCited 22×
2025Journal articleFree to read

Comparison of culinary and ceremonial matcha green teas: relationship between phytochemical composition and antioxidant properties

Haley M. White, Bailey R. Meyer, Jared D. McCormack, et al. — Journal of Food Measurement & Characterization

… vibrant color and fine powdered consistency. Ceremonial matcha is the highest quality available and is prepared from the youngest leaves of the tea plant while culinary matcha is less expensive and is produced from later harvest leaves. …

Observational (human)Antioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineProcessing, milling and qualityCited 3×
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)

For 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×
2026Journal articleFree to read

Acceptability and Optimisation of Eucheuma commonii Flour Incorporation into Moringa Latte

Muhamad Lanang Ariel Suyono, Evi Liviawaty, Rusky Intan Pratama, et al. — Asian Food Science Journal

… acceptability while maintaining desirable sensory profile and nutritional quality suitable for functional beverage development. Proximate evaluation showed that this optimal Moringa latte met basic criteria for flavoured milk …

Randomized controlled trialAroma, flavor and sensoryFood products and applicationsMetabolism and weight
2026Journal articleFree to read

Data supporting “Effects of Drying Conditions on Phytochemical Composition, Antioxidant Activity, and UPLC-HRMS Profiling of Rhizophora mucronata Herbal Matcha-Like Powder”

Yunita Eka Puspitasari, Tia Nova Rahma Dhani, Anies Chamidah, et al. — Mendeley Data

This dataset contains experimental data supporting a study on the effects of hot-air drying temperature and duration on the antioxidant activity and UPLC-HRMS metabolite profile of Rhizophora mucronata herbal matcha-like powder. 1. The…

Randomized controlled trialAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityMetabolism and weight
2026Journal articleFree to read

Identification of xylene and toluene in commercial matcha tea and their associated hepatorenal toxicity in wistar rats

Russl Sameer Mhana, Amal Abbas — Journal of Biological Studies

… effects, likely associated with chemical contamination or poor product quality. These results emphasize the importance of strict quality control and thorough safety assessment in commercialized matcha products for human health

Randomized controlled trialSafety, contaminants and toxicityInflammation and immunityProcessing, milling and quality
2026Journal articleFree to read

Matcha – an ordinary tea or a superfood with remarkable health benefits? A review of human and animal studies

Julia Ziemińska, Michał Małek, Oktawia Wojtaszek, et al. — Quality in Sport

… support cognitive function, improve attention, reduce stress and enhance sleep quality. Furthermore, its consumption may improve lipid and glucose metabolism, reduce inflammation and oxidative stress and exert favorable effects on …

Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressure
2026Journal articleFree to read

Matcha as a source of bioactive compounds - current evidence on biological properties and potential clinical relevance

Dominika Joanna Duczmal-Zowczak, Tomasz Zowczak, Jakub Tomasz Duczmal, et al. — Quality in Sport

Background: Matcha is a powdered form of Camellia sinensis produced using shaded cultivation and consumed as whole powdered tea leaves, resulting in exposure to bioactive compounds including catechins, caffeine, L-theanine and…

Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenols
2026Journal articleFree to read

The Impact of Matcha Green Tea on Human Health – Mechanisms of Action, Clinical Evidence, and Health Effects

Bartosz Wróbel, Lena Wójcik, Michał Filipski, et al. — Quality in Sport

Matcha green tea, a powdered whole-leaf preparation from shade-grown Camellia sinensis, exhibits a unique biochemical profile rich in catechins (particularly EGCG), L-theanine, caffeine, and chlorophyll, distinguishing it from conventional…

Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCardiovascular and blood pressure
2021Journal article

Evaluation of fluoride levels in commercially available tea in the United States.

Regelson S, Dehghan M, Tantbirojn D, et al. — General dentistry

The objective of this study was to compare fluoride levels in commercially available black tea, green tea, and matcha tea. Tea samples were purchased from a local supermarket in the United States and prepared according to the…

Observational (human)Safety, contaminants and toxicitySkin, oral and dentalProcessing, milling and qualityCited 5×
2025Journal articleFree to read

Honey-Propolis-Enriched Pectin Films for Active Packaging of Soluble Coffee and Matcha Powders.

Pauliuc D, Dranca F, Spinei M, et al. — Gels (Basel, Switzerland)

… and functional packaging solutions capable of maintaining the stability and quality of these powdered beverages. The effects of honey and propolis incorporation on the physicochemical, mechanical, optical, and microbiological …

Food science / processingAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityFood products and applications
2021Journal articleFree to read

Pengaruh Tingkat Ketuaan Daun Terhadap Karakteristik Teh Herbal Matcha Tenggulun (Protium javanicum Burm.F.)

Hasbi Rohiqi, Ni Luh Ari Yusasrini, Gak Diah Puspawati — Jurnal Ilmu dan Teknologi Pangan (ITEPA)

The purpose of this study were to determine the effect of leaf maturity on the characteristics of matcha herbal tea tenggulun leaf and to determine the right level of leaf maturity which can produce matcha herbal tea tenggulun leaf with…

Randomized controlled trialAntioxidants and polyphenolsProcessing, milling and qualityAroma, flavor and sensoryCited 6×

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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