Matcha powder has around the same caffeine levels as a cup of coffee (35mg in 1g). However, it doesn’t come with all the anxiety and jitters that some people get when they drink coffee. It could be helpful for those with anxiety too, as it is high in L-theanine which is highly effective at reducing anxiety.

Matcha has been found to increase productivity levels. The combination of caffeine and L-theanine helps improve concentration. L-theanine boosts the production of alpha waves in the brain. These alpha waves encourage relaxation and induce a profound feeling of mental clarity and a more alert state of mind.

In most weight loss supplements there is a good chance that you will see “green tea extracts” in the ingredients section. This is because green tea is known to enhance weight loss and has shown in studies to increase metabolism. Matcha comes from the same plant and so has the same effects.