Health Benefits and Chemical Composition of Matcha Green Tea: A Review
Japanese matcha is a type of powdered green tea, grown in a traditional way. Shading of the plants during the growth period enhances the processes of synthesis and accumulation of biologically active compounds, including theanine, caffeine, chlorophyll and various types of catechins. Green tea conta...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-12-01
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Series: | Molecules |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1420-3049/26/1/85 |