The Number One Reason More Women are Switching to Decaffeinated Matcha Tea
March 15, 2024
In light of World Sleep Day, we’d like to address something so crucial for women…and that is getting proper rest! Not getting quality sleep could lead to symptoms like irritability, anxiety, imbalanced blood sugar levels, lack of concentration, and demotivation. Being able to rest well, is one of the main reasons why more women are switching to decaffeinated matcha tea. Over 80% of DōMatcha® customers are women and matcha is a well-coveted secret in their toolbox to staying healthy, productive, and vital. For some of the top matcha benefits for women, make sure you don’t miss our last post. DōMatcha®’s decaffeinated matcha tea employs a proprietary, clean water extraction method to produce a delicious, frothy cup of matcha that has the same amount of caffeine as decaf coffee, or around 6mg/gram. If you experience negative effects from caffeine like racing thoughts, nervousness, anxiety, or jitteriness, decaffeinated matcha may be a good alternative to your regular caffeinated drinks. Better yet, you can have decaf matcha at all times of the day, or whenever you feel like having a pick-me up. Here’s why women are switching over to decaffeinated matcha tea in drones.
Soothing an Anxious Mind
Given the state of world events, there are certainly tons of reasons to be more anxious than usual. That plus, women are more prone to experiencing adverse conditions such as anxiety. Matcha contains the highest amount of an amino acid called L-theanine in nature. L-theanine triggers a calming response in the body, by increasing the alpha waves in the brain. Normally, caffeine can overstimulate the nervous system and exacerbate anxiety. This is why decaffeinated matcha has been a highly sought-after product. Not only are you getting a rich boost of L-theanine, but with minimal traces of caffeine. If you like having something to sip on throughout the day, decaf matcha is a great choice because you’re not restricted to the morning window. You can enjoy decaf matcha in the afternoon and at nightfall without worry.
Health Benefits Minus the Caffeine
Just 1 teaspoon, for 1.5gram of ceremonial-grade matcha powder contains a powerhouse of nutrients. You don’t need much to reap the benefits of this wonderful raw food product. We’ve all heard of the many health benefits of green tea, and to give some perspective 1 cup of matcha has the equivalent nutritional value of 10 cups of steeped green tea! This is because you’re consuming the entirety of the nutritious green tea leaf.
Matcha is bursting with antioxidants, particularly catechins like EGCGs. ORAC is a value used to measure the absorption rate of antioxidants in certain foods. While blueberries, which are conventionally known as a high-antioxidant berry have an ORAC value of 24 TE/g, matcha has a whopping 1384 TE/g!
Antioxidants help stave off free-radical damage in the cells, helping us stay healthy and vital. Normally, the caffeine in matcha works in tandem with the L-theanine to produce a gentle feeling of alertness. However, people with caffeine sensitivity may not react well even to the small amount of caffeine naturally occurring in matcha. This is why decaffeinated matcha is such an attractive choice for those who can’t tolerate caffeine but still want to enjoy the taste and health benefits of matcha powder.
Sleep, Sleep, Sleep
Sleep is important for everyone, but according to the research, it seems like women may need just a little more of it. Women are 40% more likely to have insomnia than men, and also twice as likely to be diagnosed with anxiety and depression, two conditions strongly associated with insomnia.
Women’s hormones could also impact their circadian rhythms. These hormones are associated with tiredness, alertness, and hunger. Women can experience hormonal changes each month or throughout their lifetime which may contribute to their need for more ZZZs.
Three hormonal events that affect women’s sleep:
- Menstruation
- About a third of women who menstruate suffer from trouble sleeping due to cramps, headaches, and bloating. Commonly reported symptoms include daytime sleepiness, tiredness, and fatigue.
- Pregnancy
- A plethora of uncomfortable issues can plague women during pregnancy. Women can develop restless legs syndrome, which makes it harder to get quality, uninterrupted sleep. Pregnancy hormonal changes can induce negative moods associated with depression. As well as other symptoms like sleep apnea, pain, and incontinence can disrupt a woman’s sleep cycle. Sleep issues have been known to persist into the postpartum stages, especially as newborns require around-the-clock care. It is not recommended that pregnant women consume caffeine at all.
- Menopause
- Nearly 75% of menopausal women experience hot flashes. When these occur at night, women wake up in sweat which can disrupt their sleep.
- The risk of sleep apnea increases during menopause. Sleep apnea is a disorder where one’s breathing pauses during the night and disrupts sleep quality.
Women are more prone to sleep disrupters caused by hormonal changes throughout their lifetimes. On top of these, caffeine can further disrupt sleep, which is why some women cut back especially as they age.
Caffeine Sensitivity May Increase with Women’s Age
Research shows that older adults take longer to process caffeine than younger people. This may lead to the development of caffeine sensitivity as we age. Slower clearance time means symptoms associated with caffeine sensitivity can be amplified, such as anxiety, irritability, jumpiness, and insomnia. If you find yourself reacting adversely to caffeine as time goes on, remember this is quite normal. If you don’t want to give up your matcha routine, switching to decaffeinated matcha presents the ideal solution.
Conclusion
Getting adequate sleep is important for us to perform at our best, and it can also help improve our health. Women deal with increased levels of stress, as well as hormonal changes throughout their lifetime, and thus, it can be harder to consume caffeine without negative consequences. But that doesn’t mean we have to give up all the things that make us happy, including delicious drinks like matcha. Try decaffeinated matcha for a soothing and tasty treat. It's bursting with antioxidants, L-theanine for calmness, and chlorophyll, and the best part is: You won’t have to worry about it keeping you up at night.