Matcha Alternatives Tea Science Lifestyle Blog

The Matcha Alternatives Blog

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A fully referenced, anti-pseudoscience exploration into the glorious world of tea science. We publish once per week, with posts ranging from cool tea science to delicious recipes to how to have fun with tea!

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1. Tea Science & Wellness

2. Tea Spotlights

3. Food & Drink Recipes

4. Tea Lifestyle

5. Antioxidant Series

6. Going Carbon Positive Series

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Antioxidants in Rooibos, Honeybush & Chamomile: What Do They Actually Do? (Antiox Part 6)

Posted by Stephany Morgan

What antioxidants are found in Honeybush, Rooibos, and Chamomile, and what are their studied health benefits? I look one by one at the key antioxidants and explain how they affect the body. We've all heard that this tea or that is a 'superfood', meaning full of antioxidants, but what do they actually do?! Find out!
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Antioxidants in Rooibos, Honeybush & Chamomile: What Do They Actually Do? (Antiox Part 6)

What antioxidants are found in Honeybush, Rooibos, and Chamomile, and what are their studied health benefits? I look one by one at the key antioxidants and explain how they affect the body. We've all heard that this tea or that is a 'superfood', meaning full of antioxidants, but what do they actually do?! Find out!
Read more

Best Substitutes for Matcha Tea ... for Concentration, Caffeine & Antioxidants (Part 1)

Posted by Elizabeth Taeed

For all those matcha lovers (or haters) out there: This blog covers the best alternatives to matcha for those who are looking for concentration and focus; a morning caffeine hit; or loads of antioxidants. With direct price, antioxidant and caffeine comparisons to matcha so you can make up your own mind!

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Best Substitutes for Matcha Tea ... for Concentration, Caffeine & Antioxidants (Part 1)

For all those matcha lovers (or haters) out there: This blog covers the best alternatives to matcha for those who are looking for concentration and focus; a morning caffeine hit; or loads of antioxidants. With direct price, antioxidant and caffeine comparisons to matcha so you can make up your own mind!

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Commonly Googled Questions About Covid-19 + Tea

Posted by Elizabeth Taeed

Our response + your questions: First, here's what we're doing on our end to keep your tea safe, and second your coronavirus tea questions answered: Can green tea cure covid-19? Can I catch the virus by drinking tea? What teas should I be drinking to boost my immune system? What about teas for mental health? Plus how best to stay safe and healthy.
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Commonly Googled Questions About Covid-19 + Tea

Our response + your questions: First, here's what we're doing on our end to keep your tea safe, and second your coronavirus tea questions answered: Can green tea cure covid-19? Can I catch the virus by drinking tea? What teas should I be drinking to boost my immune system? What about teas for mental health? Plus how best to stay safe and healthy.
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Moringa Chicken and Dumpling Stew - MA Recipes

Posted by Stephany Morgan

Moringa powder can be consumed as more than just a tea! There are many ways to get its wonderful nutrients and protein into your diet, including in every-day meals. Today’s first installment in my new recipe series is the yummy Moringa Chicken and Dumpling Stew. A superfood delight, and perfect for a cozy winter evening.
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Moringa Chicken and Dumpling Stew - MA Recipes

Moringa powder can be consumed as more than just a tea! There are many ways to get its wonderful nutrients and protein into your diet, including in every-day meals. Today’s first installment in my new recipe series is the yummy Moringa Chicken and Dumpling Stew. A superfood delight, and perfect for a cozy winter evening.
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What is Purple Tea? All About the Mega-Antioxidant, Anthocyanin-Rich Matcha Alternative

Posted by Stephany Morgan

What is purple tea? It is a special type of tea cultivar, from China and developed in Kenya, that is rich in purple and red anthocyanins, filled with antioxidants which are also found in purple foods, such as blueberries, blackberries and acai. The concentration of these antioxidants, including the uncommon GHG polyphenol, are responsible for the unique taste and color of this tea.

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What is Purple Tea? All About the Mega-Antioxidant, Anthocyanin-Rich Matcha Alternative

What is purple tea? It is a special type of tea cultivar, from China and developed in Kenya, that is rich in purple and red anthocyanins, filled with antioxidants which are also found in purple foods, such as blueberries, blackberries and acai. The concentration of these antioxidants, including the uncommon GHG polyphenol, are responsible for the unique taste and color of this tea.

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