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matcha

noun

  1. crushed green tea leaves
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈmatʃ.ə/ / /ˈmɑ.t͡ʃə/

noun

Etymology: Borrowed from Japanese 抹茶 (matcha), from 抹 (matsu, “to wipe, to rub”) + 茶 (cha, “tea”).

  1. A type of powdered green tea, traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies.

    And that’s not all – EGCG in matcha can help improve insulin sensitivity, which aids in blood sugar control, and may help to reduce inflammation related to Alzheimer’s disease.