TV presenter Rochelle Humes is among millions who love a nutritious green beverage packed with health benefits. She has openly expressed her fondness for one in particular that has a 'powerful' ingredient.
The former Saturdays singer reportedly swears by a superpowered drink that can be easily prepared at home. Matcha, a type of green tea made from powdered leaves traditionally served at Japanese tea ceremonies, is now widely available and used in cooking globally.
Rochelle shared on her Instagram how she enjoys her matcha latte, blending maple syrup and cinnamon with organic matcha and oat milk. The occasional This Morning host has been so inspired by matcha's power that she co-founded a wellness brand focused on the green superfood, selling powders, tea sets, and other merchandise.
The green drink offers numerous health benefits, from smoother skin to weight management and potential brain-boosting properties. Incorporating matcha into your diet could enhance your antioxidant intake, potentially preventing cell damage and reducing your risk of several chronic diseases.
The green powder is rich in catechins, a class of plant compounds that help stabilise harmful free radicals that can damage cells and lead to chronic disease, reports the Mirror.
Matcha, derived from green tea leaves, is known to aid weight loss goals. A study discovered that when combined with a balanced diet and exercise, the effects of green tea could contribute to steady and healthy weight loss.
Another 2015 experiment suggested that consuming green tea may have positive impacts on your risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. It has also been linked to enhanced brain performance in other studies.
One such study revealed that daily consumption of two grams of green tea powder for two months improved brain function in older people. Another trial found improvements in attention, reaction time, and memory after participants consumed tea or a bar containing four grams of matcha.
However, while the studies on matcha are promising, they are not a miraculous solution for weight loss. Maintaining a healthy weight requires a balanced diet, regular exercise, plenty of water, limited alcohol, and quitting smoking.
Before trying matcha, especially if you're on certain medications, it's recommended to consult your doctor. Those sensitive to caffeine might want to avoid matcha as it could cause anxiety and disrupt sleep.
