Which Tea has the Highest Antioxidants?

Anything containing antioxidants make you feel that you are doing something good for your body but do you really know why?   Antioxidants are phytochemicals that help prevent cellular damage.  It aids in fighting free radicals that we are exposed to such as smoke, pollution, alcohol, and sunlight.  In turn, it helps slow down the aging process and helps prevent cancer.

While drinking tea offers many benefits there is only one that contains the most antioxidants and that is  Matcha Green Tea !  Matcha green tea originates from Japan and is the highest quality of green teas.  It comes in powdered form and tastes similiar to spinach.  You can drink it hot or cold.  There are tons of matcha green tea recipes from jello, ice cream, lattes and more.  Click here for recipes. 

Studies state that 100% Matcha Green Tea has 137 times the antioxidant power of a normal green tea and has 15 times more antioxidants than pomegranate!  It also has at least 26 times more antioxidants than acai.  Not only does Matcha provide the highest antioxidants, it also provides energy and gives you higher metabolism. 

You can buy matcha green tea at Starbucks. Try it as a latte, a smoothie or iced!  You can also buy the powder at Teavana for $19.95. 



Matcha Green Tea Powder
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