Matcha tea is a green tea that comes from Japan, but not just any one. The properties of matcha tea are up to 10 times those of a normal green tea.
The tea plant is shaded from excessive sunlight for much of its growing period so that it can produce more amino acids and biologically active compounds, such as chlorophyll and theanine. This tea would help protect the body's cells from damage and reduce the risk of certain health problems, like heart disease.