Does matcha give protection to the brain?
It's very interesting to note that matcha has some ingredients which have a very positive impact on brain functions. They protect the brain from aging, and from brain diseases.
It has been shown that it
Improve attention
Improve memory
Improve reaction time
Induce relaxation
Reduce stress levels
Expert believe it is because of a very unique combination of caffeine and L- theanine which matcha has,(1),(2),(3)(4),(5)
Let's see
.Another study carried out on old people has shown that it helps and improves brain functions.(6),(7),
Does matcha increase serotonin levels?
Does matcha boost a good mood?
Yes, very true studies indicated that matcha increases the levels, and thus it boosts good mood, mainly it is because of L- theanine.
Does matcha increase anxiety?
It's another way, researchers found that matcha really reduces anxiety, this is because of activation of dopamine D1 receptors,.
Does matcha lower cortisol?
Cortisol is a hormone that forms in the body and to some extent also responsible for the increase in sugar levels and stress. It is interesting but true that matcha is anti- cortisol and by doing so produces, a state of calmness, serene, alertness maybe because of this property it was used by monks in the past.