The health benefits of matcha are vast—and have been celebrated for quite a long time. Though the green-hued drink has been gaining significant attention lately. But I’ll admit, I haven’t exactly joined the matcha fan club just yet. My editor challenged me to drink matcha every day for a week and share my experience. I was intrigued and ready to dive in.

Of course, while matcha is trending in the wellness world and filling the cups of every Pilates-loving, smoothie-sipping enthusiast, it’s important to recognize its deep cultural roots. Matcha has been a cherished part of Japanese culture for centuries, playing a significant role in traditional tea ceremonies and daily life. With such a rich history, there’s clearly more to this green tea than just its current status as the drink of choice for the wellness crowd.

Before I dig in, I want to emphasize that I am no matcha expert. I was excited to try adding the drink to my routine and to learn more about its history in the process.

https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/healthy-eating/a68104037/benefits-of-matcha-for-a-week