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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20 studies match for “"gut microbiota"”
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×… accumulation, IR, and inflammatory responses, and help maintain a healthier gut microbiota, which may then ameliorate the development of NAFLD.
Animal studyMetabolism and weightGut and microbiomeInflammation and immunityCited 1×… in the intestinal microflora before and after drinking will be compared. Gut microbiota will be identified using next-generation sequencing (NGS). Phylogenetic classification of the enterobacteria will be performed based on sequence …
Randomized controlled trialGut and microbiomeMarket, culture and sustainabilityCited 1×Background: Resistance training adaptively increases muscle strength and mass, contributing to athletic performance and health promotion. Dietary intervention with natural foods provides nutrients that help accelerate muscle adaptation to…
Randomized controlled trialCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightGut and microbiomeCited 23×Obesity induced by a high-fat diet (HFD) is an increasing global health problem, leading to many metabolic syndromes. As the emerging food additive rich in tea polyphenols, theanine, caffeine, and so on, matcha green tea has gained more…
Animal studyMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeCited 22×… green tea, Matcha green tea is believed to exert beneficial effects on the gut microbiota, as it is richer in nutrients such as tea catechins and insoluble dietary fiber. In the present study, we aimed to investigate the effects of …
Randomized controlled trialAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeProcessing, milling and qualityCited 9×… safety, and gastrointestinal release are discussed. Emerging findings on gut microbiota modulation and omics-based approaches are also highlighted. Collectively, the available evidence indicates that the functional value of matcha …
ReviewAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeProcessing, milling and qualityCited 1×… protecting gut integrity. Additionally, selenium-enriched matcha reshaped the gut microbiota by promoting beneficial bacteria such as Ligilactobacillus (family Lactobacillaceae ). These findings highlight the optimal cultivation …
Animal studyAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineGut and microbiomeCited 1×Objective: Gut microbiota plays a key role in metabolism and health in diabetes patients with gastrointestinal microbiota dysbiosis. Thus, regulating the ecological balance of gut microbiota may provide a pathway toward improvement for …
Animal studyMetabolism and weightGut and microbiomeMarket, culture and sustainabilityCited 68×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×… gallate (EGCG) and dietary fiber, both of which are known to influence gut microbiota composition. MT quality is based on sensory attributes, reflecting on the balance of catechin to amino acid content. Thus, different MT …
Systematic review / meta-analysisAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeProcessing, milling and qualityCited 1×… (MPO) activity, and serum inflammatory cytokines. EM regulated the gut microbiota related to tryptophan intake and hormone metabolism. EM showed regulatory effect of intestinal tight junction (TJ) protein, inflammatory …
Animal studyCognition, mood and stressMetabolism and weightCancerCited 3×Abstract Matcha is a finely ground powder made from shade-grown green tea leaves. It is primarily produced in Japan. Drinking matcha tea results in higher intake of green tea bioactives than drinking other types of green tea. Studies have…
Agronomy / cultivationCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineFast food is becoming increasing popular as a social phenomenon, and it usually contains high fat contents. Matcha is one versatile tea, and its application in food brings lots of new consumers. Herein, a high-fat diet containing matcha…
Animal studyMetabolism and weightGut and microbiomeMarket, culture and sustainabilityCited 5×Matcha green tea contains various bioactive compounds, such as catechins and dietary fibers. Daily consumption of matcha green tea enhances exercise-induced adaptations to skeletal muscle hypertrophy and strength in humans. However,…
Animal studyMetabolism and weightAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiome… contains higher bioactive compounds than regular green tea and can modulate gut microbiota, support metabolism, enhance cognitive function, and reduce stress. However, excessive consumption may lead to adverse effects like anxiety, …
ReviewCognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsL-theanine and caffeineMatcha tea (Camellia sinensis), a traditional and historical tea, has gained worldwide popularity due to its particular fragrance and potential health benefits. Matcha tea contains various nutrients, such as catechins, caffeine,…
ReviewCancerGut and microbiomeInflammation and immunity… only, (RT, WT and MT) caused (nausea, hotness, gaseous and constipation).Gut microbiota (GM) was improved by T polyphenols (TP), BWTE supported GM as (BT, GT, WT, RT and MT).All pathogenic flora (PF) was eliminated and was reached …
Other / not statedGut and microbiomeAntioxidants and polyphenolsCited 1×… boosted bioavailability of phenolics and health benefits through modulating gut microbiota.
ReviewGut and microbiomeCultivation and shadingProcessing, milling and qualityCited 33×… New research shows that it has systemic benefits, including modulation of gut microbiota, which may indirectly support ocular health. Challenges include optimizing dosage and delivery methods, but matcha’s bioavailability and ability …
Clinical trial (non-randomized)Cognition, mood and stressAntioxidants and polyphenolsGut and microbiomeEvery 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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