Smooth energy, calm focus, antioxidant support and neurological benefits all wrapped up in a delicious, creamy latte. Something this beneficial isn't supposed to taste this good! But then again, Onnit doesn’t abide by the conventional rules. In the tradition of the Ayurvedic originators of Chai, we combined some of the most potent natural ingredients available.
The result is a synergistic, invigorating experience for both body and palate. The Whole Spice Matcha Chai Latte is made with traditional chai spices that include Turmeric, Ginger, Cinnamon, and Peppercorn on top of which we added the most potent form of Green Tea: the superfood Matcha.
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Matcha contains l-Theanine, which is a natural counterbalance to the less desirable side-effects of caffeine.Research on l-Theanine indicates that it helps the body promote alpha brain wave states. Alpha brain wave states generate a sense of calm focus, relaxation and flow state without inducing drowsiness. In addition the absorption rate of caffeine from green tea is reportedly more gradual than coffee, leading to a smoother ride the whole way home.
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Matcha is packed with antioxidants and phytonutrients that contribute to optimum health and improved fat loss. Matcha tea utilizes the whole tea leaf which opens up the benefits of a host of additional phytonutrients and a greater concentration of antioxidants. A lot of the heavy lifting comes from the powerful antioxidant catechin called EGCG. It is widely reportedthat EGCG alone is 25-100x more powerful than vitamin C as an antioxidant, and in addition the polyphenols are more potent than many of the world’s best superfoods. In addition, it is proposed that these additional nutrients interact with the caffeine to add additional thermogenic support for healthy weight loss.
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Based on incredible emerging research on their health benefits. Arguably leading the charge is Turmeric. Turmeric not only has amazing antioxidant potential, including upregulation of the glutathione pathway, it is also showing vast benefits in a variety of cognitive health markers.
Spices are hot right now,based on incredible emerging research on their health benefits. Arguably leading the charge is Turmeric. Turmeric not only has amazing antioxidant potential, including upregulation of the glutathione pathway, it is also showing vast benefits in a variety of cognitive health markers.
The spices found in Chai tea come from a variety of spice mixtures described in Ayurvedic medicine. Historically, Indians viewed these tea blends as an herbal medicine rather than as a recreational beverage. It just so happens that the particular blend commonly associated with Chai, or Masala Chai, happens to be incredibly delicious. Cinnamon, Ginger, Clove, Peppercorn blend together to form a distinctly enjoyable experience for the palate. Coffee houses started to catch on in 1994 and the Chai boom was officially underway. Unfortunately most of the chai available in grocery stores and coffeehouses are packed with sugar, dairy, and include flavorings rather than the whole spices like the Ayurvedics intended. With the Matcha Whole Spice Chai Latte we harkened back to the old way, and put some of the healthiest ingredients in the world together in one drink. The additions of Turmeric and Matcha to the traditional chai spices elevate this beverage to another level. Sweetened with stevia and utilizing coconut solids to make a creamy, frothy flavor profile when blended we pose the question: Is this the healthiest buzz on the planet?
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