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It goes further. Research is discovering it to be an impressive neuroprotective agent, capable of crossing the BBB (blood-brain barrier) to deliver antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions directly to brain cells to keep them healthy, and to help against dementias.
The mental health and neuroprotective benefits are the ones from the L-Theanine in Matcha. It also contains the "Super-Compound" EGCG--a very impressive, widely researched antioxidant known and recognized globally as a powerful anti-cancer agent. In fact, many, if not most research studies on the compound, begin with some discussion about the reason Asian populations have much lower incidences of cancer than modern Westerners, is due to their higher consumption of Green Tea.
Then there are numerous other more commonly known nutrients in Matcha Green Tea that help us to stay healthy in many ways.
Be aware that all Matcha Green Tea brands are not the same in quality. Skip the "Culinary" stuff. Use only "Premium Grade" or higher, such "Ceremonial." And buy Matcha manufactured by a Japanese company.
You'll then be consuming a true "superfood" capable of transforming mind, feelings, and body in a positive way you will Know for sure.