What is an antioxidant?
Naturally present in our diet, antioxidants help preserve our health. They protect our bodies in the long term by fighting free radicals. 1
What are their different effects on our bodies? 2
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They may preserve the youthfulness of your skin; they are very often listed on your cosmetics;
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They may protect your heart by acting on your arteries;
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They may have a beneficial effect on lowering bad cholesterol;
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They may prevent the degeneration of eye cells.
A daily intake of antioxidants:
The WHO recommends a minimum antioxidant intake of 10,000 ORAC units (oxygen radical absorbance capacity/day3. By drinking a cup of matcha tea, for example, you provide your body with 1,253 ORAC units4.
Matcha tea, a drink rich in antioxidants
Looking for a multivitamin course to face the winter season? Matcha is a green tea powder highly concentrated in antioxidants. Do you know these health-beneficial molecules?
In addition, thanks to its high polyphenol content7, molecules naturally produced by plants to combat external aggressors, matcha tea is ideal for strengthening your immune defences.
Presented as a jade-green powder, it consists of:
- vitamin C;
- vitamin E;
- polyphenols;
- beta-carotene…
Compared with certain other foods, this drink has a remarkable antioxidant content:
- Matcha green tea 2: 1,253 ORAC units/100 g;
- Pineapple 2: 385 ORAC units/100 g;
- Carrot 2: 281 ORAC units/100 g;
- Olive oil 2: 146 ORAC units/100 g;
- Cucumber 2: 102 ORAC units/100 g.
Which fruit has the highest ORAC value?
The açai berry with a level of 102,700 ORAC units/100 g!
What are the other health benefits and properties of matcha tea?
Matcha powder is rich in vitamins A, C and E, as well as trace elements (zinc, copper and iron). It may therefore help strengthen the immune system and fight the development of certain diseases. Due to its theine/caffeine content, matcha may also help combat fatigue by giving your day a boost!
Choosing quality matcha tea
Most matcha teas have a very interesting antioxidant content. Choose an organic, environmentally friendly tea such as our organic premium matcha or our organic ceremonial matcha. Also make sure that the powder comes from Japan, the country of origin of matcha.
Whether in a tin or loose leaf, it retains all its benefits when brewed.
All our ranges undergo numerous quality checks to offer lovers of fine tea a unique and delicious product!
Magic powder from Japan? By drinking a cup of matcha tea every morning, enjoy a course of antioxidants and other vitamins. The power of this fine green powder now holds no more secrets for you! Enjoy its beneficial properties and health effects!
Sources:
1 https://doctonat.com/antioxydants-alimentation/
2 https://www.orac-info-portal.de/download/ORAC_R2.pdf
3 https://cerden.be/files/pdf/stress_oxydant_portions_et_antioxydants_en_pratique_courante.pdf
4 https://www.orac-info-portal.de/download/ORAC_R2.pdf
5 https://doctonat.com/indice-orac-tableaux-aliments/