matcha
noun
- crushed green tea leaves
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˈmatʃ.ə/ / /ˈmɑ.t͡ʃə/
noun
Etymology: Borrowed from Japanese 抹茶 (matcha), from 抹 (matsu, “to wipe, to rub”) + 茶 (cha, “tea”).
- 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.”