Matcha vs Coffee

Coffee delivers a fast spike of caffeine and then drops just as fast. This can lead to symptoms many coffee drinkers know all too well: jitters, anxiety, and an afternoon crash.

Matcha, on the other hand, contains a moderate amount of caffeine (around 25-35 mg per serving, compared to 95 mg in an average cup of coffee), but it also contains L-theanine, an amino acid that promotes calm and focused alertness. L-theanine helps slow the body’s absorption of caffeine, resulting in a more stable, longer-lasting energy boost—usually 4 to 6 hours without the crash.

 

Matcha Boosts Energy Without Coffee Crash: 

If you're like many people, mornings start with a cup (or two) of coffee. It’s a quick fix to shake off the sleep and jumpstart your day. But what often follows is a jittery buzz, and a few hours later, the dreaded coffee crash. Enter matcha: a vibrant green tea powder that offers a smoother, more sustained energy lift without the rollercoaster effects of coffee. 

 

Which one wins your energy and health?

Caffeine Content:

Coffee: 95-120mg per cup (8oz)

Matcha: 25-70mg per serving (1-2g)

Winner for calmer energy: Matcha 

 

Mental Clarity:

Coffee: Can cause anxiety, restlessness, and a short-lived energy spike

Matcha: Contains L-theanine that promotes calm alertness and reduced mental fatigue

Winner for mental clarity: Matcha

 

Health Benefits:

Coffee: Contains antioxidants and is linked to reduced risk of several diseases (Type 2 diabetes, Parkinson’s, etc.)

Matcha: Contains higher antioxidant density and may help with metabolism, inflammation, stress, etc.

Winner for health benefits: Matcha

 

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