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Matcha

Matcha is finely powdered green tea that contains caffeine, theanine and catechins. The whole leaf is consumed, not just an infusion.

Also listed as Organic Matcha Powder, Organic Matcha, Organic Matcha Extract, Matcha Powder

LongevityCognitionWeight ManagementEnergyGut Health

What it is studied for

The strongest rated effects first. Bars show the size of the effect, the letter grades the evidence, and each rating lists the studies behind it.

Oxidative stressLongevityModerateA3 studies
Mental EnergyCognitionModerateBNo linked study
MetabolismWeight ManagementSmallBNo linked study
Physical EnergyEnergySmallBNo linked study
Focus And AttentionCognitionSmallBNo linked study
Weight lossWeight ManagementSmallBNo linked study
All 10 rated effectsGrouped by health goal, with the publications behind each rating

What is in matcha?

Matcha is powdered green tea containing caffeine, theanine, and catechins. Laboratory antioxidant activity helps explain scientific interest, but does not by itself show that drinking matcha prevents disease. 1

Key studies

The most recent publications linked to Matcha's ratings.

The Effects of Maca (Lepidium meyenii Walp) on Cellular Oxidative Stress: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis2024Retrospecting the Antioxidant Activity of Japanese Matcha Green Tea–Lack of Enthusiasm?2021Health Benefits and Chemical Composition of Matcha Green Tea: A Review2020

Why people take it

Energy22.5%
Immune Support15.7%
Cognition12.6%
Detox11.5%
Essential Health8.4%
Weight Management8.4%

SuppCo community snapshot, 2026-09-28. Reasons for use are not evidence that it works.

Questions people ask

Is matcha caffeine-free?

No. The Bavarian survey found substantial variation between products. 2

Does it prevent dementia?

The 12-month trial did not establish dementia prevention. 3

Does theanine cancel out caffeine?

Matcha contains both compounds; their combination is being studied, but matcha remains a caffeinated drink. 1

Sources

  2. Untersuchung des Trendgetränks Matcha-Tee Bayerisches Landesamt für Gesundheit und Lebensmittelsicherheit