The rich umami flavour found in high-grade sencha, gyokuro, and matcha can be credited to the high levels of theanine found in the tea leaves....
Health Benefits
The catechins found in Japanese green tea have been studied to be capable of inhibiting the actions of α-amylase and sucrase. Inhibiting these two digestive enzymes suppresses...
In addition to improving heart health and containing high levels of antioxidants, catechins have also been studied to: Prevent the onset of hypertension (Part two)...
In addition to improving heart health and containing high levels of antioxidants, catechins have also been studied to: Prevent the onset of hypertension. Suppress the levels...
Catechins are a type of tannin and flavonoid unique to Japanese green tea. Flavonoids are a sub-category of polyphenols (a type of micronutrient) that occurs...
We interviewed Professor Chayama, an expert in Japanese green tea nutrition. In his studies, he has found that Japanese green tea limits fat accumulation in...
