Trying To Cut Out Midday Coffee? Reach For This Collagen Matcha Latte Instead

As much as us coffee lovers may not want to accept it, the rumors are true: That midday cup can affect your hormone balance. This is why some experts recommend subbing the caffeine for other blood-sugar-balancing foods. But let's be real—not everyone can cut out afternoon caffeine right away. That's why we've offered the perfect middle ground to help you limit your caffeine intake, if that's of interest to you; plus, it adds a healthy glow to your skin and promotes gut health, while you're at it.* 

If you want to get specific, matcha technically has 70 milligrams of caffeine, while brewed coffee has 96 milligrams. Yes, it's still a nice-sized portion, but matcha also comes loaded with L-theanine, an energy-boosting amino acid that can make you feel calmer cognitively1. That's why people who drink matcha often report a sustained energy burst minus the sleepy crash later on. 

We discussed a bit about the benefits above, but matcha is also rich in antioxidants, especially epigallocatechin gallate 2(EGCG), the most prominent and most studied catechin and green tea's claim to fame. In fact, one study found that matcha contained 137 times more EGCG than green tea3. In addition, it contains anti-inflammatory4 properties and has the power to support your metabolism5. Matcha does have more caffeine than green tea but less than the average cup of coffee, making it the ideal beverage if you want to slowly limit caffeine intake.