Matcha - it's not just for Tea any more! As popular as it is as an antioxidant-rich Green tea, did you know you could make mouth-watering smoothies or desserts with it? Well, you can. Matcha is a super food. It boosts your metabolism and burns calories when combined with a healthy diet & exercise. Its health benefits are legion. It is high in cancer-fighting polyphenols, in particular the powerful EGCG-3 catechin, which is the most significant phytochemical in green tea.
Matcha is a natural and effective detox agent and it calms the mind and relaxes the body. Additionally, it's rich in fiber, chlorophyll and vitamins, can enhance moods and help with concentration. Matcha provides vitamin C, selenium, chromium, zinc and magnesium. It also lowers cholesterol and blood sugar & is an easy and simple way to add some powerful health benefits to your everyday diet.
So go ahead and add it to your favorite smoothie or as an addition to your baking. Yes, it's true! That cookie just became guilt free! So enjoy the holidays and try our Holiday Matcha Cookie recipe. Matcha - your way to a healthier New Year!