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Matcha Tea Boosts Sleep and Social Cognition in Seniors

  • September 03, 2024

A recent clinical trial examined the effects of matcha green tea on cognitive function and sleep quality in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. The study, published in PLOS ONE, included 99 participants aged 60 to 85, who were split into two groups: one receiving matcha and the other a placebo. After 12 months, those who drank matcha showed noticeable improvements in social cognition, particularly in recognizing facial expressions. Matcha green tea is packed with antioxidants like...