Why I went from drinking coffee to matcha
Digging into the health benefits of matcha
For as long as I remember, I have always been a coffee girl. Every single morning! It was a part of my morning ritual. As I have entered my 40’s I noticed that coffee began to affect me differently. Deep down, I knew I needed to quit, but I never knew how I would be able to. I did a lot of research on matcha, because I heard about the health benefits, but I wanted to also find a reputable brand with high quality ingredients. When I decided to go cold turkey, it was a rough week. I had withdrawal headaches, but shortly after switching over to drinking matcha, I noticed some rapid changes…
My favorite way to enjoy matcha (latte) style
Noticeable changes after switching to matcha
The most noticeable changes was my anxiety decreased. Coffee raises cortisol (your stress hormone)
I also saw an increase in my energy levels almost immediately. I did not have the afternoon crash. Instead my energy levels were balanced throughout the day.
Better sleep
My skin looks more radiant (thanks to the chlorophyll)
What is Matcha?
Ceremonial Grade Matcha has been used for centuries by Zen monks to energize the body, calm the mind, & rejuvenate the spirit. Matcha powder is made from green tea leaves. There are many ways to enjoy matcha. The most common is to whisk the matcha powder into hot water to make a frothy, earthy green tea. You can also use matcha to make a creamy latte. That is my favorite way to drink my matcha!
Matcha tea is one of the healthiest drinks out there. It delivers a higher amount of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals in comparison to your typical green tea. Matcha also contains chlorophyll which an incredible natural detoxifier, L-Theanine, which helps deliver a natural calmness, and catechins, which helps support cell regeneration and metabolic health. Matcha also helps with blood sugar regulation and helps with cravings!
How to Choose the Best Quality Matcha
Look for matcha that has a rich, vibrant, deep green color. Typically, the deeper the shade of green is, the higher the quality of matcha. Ceremonial grade matcha is known for its vivid green color, while culinary matcha, reserved for cooking and baking applications, has a pale green color. Ceremonial grade is the highest quality of matcha. When looking for matcha, you should choose matcha from Japan.
After trying and researching many brands, I began drinking Pique Sun Goddess Matcha and I have been blown away by the quality. Pique Tea matcha is also the FIRST matcha on the market to be Quadruple Toxin Screened for impurities such as pesticides, heavy metals, and toxic mold. Sun Goddess Matcha is crafted by a Japanese tea master (less than 15 in the world), contains no added preservatives, sweeteners, or artificial sugars. The only ingredient is organic ceremonial grade matcha from Japan.
Some Health Benefits of Matcha
Immune support
Supports healthy, radiant skin
Calm energy
Brain stimulation
High in antioxidants
Boosts metabolism
May reduce inflammation
May lower cholesterol levels
Benefits cognitive health
