Biodiversity Preservation: Olive trees are often grown in mixed agroforestry systems, creating diverse habitats that support various plant and animal species. By promoting the cultivation of olive trees for Matche Olive Leaf Tea, we contribute to the preservation of these ecosystems, fostering biodiversity and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

Resource Efficiency: The utilization of olive leaves for tea production reduces waste and maximizes resource efficiency. By repurposing a by-product of the olive industry, we minimize the environmental impact associated with waste disposal and promote a more sustainable use of available resources.

Reduced Carbon Footprint: Olive trees are known for their carbon sequestration capacity, meaning they absorb and store carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. By supporting the cultivation of olive trees for Matche Olive Leaf Tea, we contribute to carbon capture, helping mitigate climate change and reduce the overall carbon footprint associated with the product.

Water Conservation: Compared to traditional tea production, which often requires significant amounts of water for irrigation, olive trees are known for their ability to thrive in dry conditions with minimal water requirements. This characteristic reduces water consumption in the production of olive leaves, making Matche Olive Leaf Tea a more sustainable choice.

By choosing Matche Olive Leaf Tea, you support sustainable agriculture, resource efficiency, reduced chemical usage, water conservation, and biodiversity preservation, all contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly product.

Making a delightful cup of matche follows a similar process to traditional matcha preparation. Here’s a simple guide to enjoy your Matche Olive Leaf Tea:

Classic Style

Prepare your tools: Gather a bamboo matcha whisk (chasen), a matcha bowl (chawan), a fine-mesh sieve, and a bamboo scoop (chashaku).

Optional- Sift the Matche: Using a fine-mesh sieve, sift the Matche Olive Leaf Tea powder into the bowl. This step ensures a smooth consistency by removing any clumps.

Add hot water: Heat water to approximately 175°F (80°C). Avoid using boiling water, as it may compromise the delicate flavors. Pour a small amount of hot water, around 4 ounces or 120ml, into the bowl.

Whisk the Matche: Take the bamboo whisk and briskly whisk the Matche Olive Leaf Tea in a zigzag motion. Start slowly and gradually increase the speed, whisking until the tea is well combined.

Enjoy your Matche: Once you’ve combined your Matche Olive Leaf Tea it is ready to be savored. Traditionally, you can sip it directly from the bowl, embracing the flavors and healthful benefits in every sip.

Modern Style

Additionally, if desired, you can also use an electric handheld frother for an alternative method of preparing your Matche Olive Leaf Tea. This convenient tool can help create a consistency similar to the traditional bamboo whisk method.

To use an electric handheld frother, follow these steps in conjunction with the previous guide:

After adding hot water to the bowl and before whisking, insert the frother into the Matche Olive Leaf Tea mixture.

Turn on the frother and blend the tea in a gentle up-and-down motion until it becomes frothy and well combined. Ensure that the frother is fully submerged in the tea for optimal results.

Once you’ve achieved the desired frothy consistency, your Matche Olive Leaf Tea is ready to be enjoyed.

Whether using the traditional bamboo whisk or an electric handheld frother, both methods allow you to experience the exquisite flavors and healthful benefits of Matche Olive Leaf Tea. Take a moment to immerse yourself in the serene ritual of preparing and savoring this unique blend of Italian and Japanese traditions, allowing it to awaken your senses and elevate your tea-drinking experience.

The potential benefits of olive leaf tea powder, which is a natural source of wellness with therapeutic properties, may include:

• gastroprotective (protects digestive system)
• neuroprotective (protects central nervous system)
• antimicrobial (inhibits microorganism growth)
• anticancer (reduces risk of cancer)
• anti-inflammatory (reduces risk of inflammation)
• antinociceptive (reduces pain stimuli)
• antioxidant (prevents oxidation or cell damage)

These properties mean that olive leaf tea may help with weight loss, heart health, and herpes breakouts but the science is still relatively new and no outcome can be guaranteed.

Matche, is an organic olive leaf tea harvested in Italy and manufactured in the USA, which powders the leaves of an olive plant. It contains an active ingredient called oleuropein. This nutrient is thought to contribute to the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

You may have heard how a Mediterranean diet has been linked to a decrease in chronic diseases, especially cardiovascular disease. This is thought to be due to the focus on olive oil, leaves, and fruit in the diet. It’s been used as traditional medicine for centuries in countries like Italy, Greece, Morocco, and Tunisia.

Here’s what research says about the biggest reported benefits of olive leaf tea.

Protects the brain against Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s

Oleuropein is also shown to have a protection against Alzheimer’s disease. The antioxidant effects may also help with preventing damage or loss of dopamine neurons that’s associated with Parkinson’s disease as well.

Improves heart health

Researchers believe premium olive leaf tea powder can have positive effects on atherosclerosis, or narrowing of the arteries, which is the highest risk factor for heart disease. High levels of LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, and total cholesterol are risk factors for developing this disease. One animal study from 2015 assessed the effects on cholesterol levels. Rats who took the tea for eight weeks had significantly decreased cholesterol levels.

Lowers blood pressure

Pure olive leaf tea powder from the USA may help lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure. A 2017 study found that it successfully lowered blood pressure. A lower blood pressure can reduce your risk of stroke and heart attack.

Treats type 2 diabetes

A review of olive leaf tea from fresh leaves and type 2 diabetes found that olive leaf oil tea can help improve insulin secretion in cells. Animal studies have shown that it may:

• reduce hyperglycemia
• reduce hyperinsulinemia (too much insulin in the blood)
• reduce blood glucose, plasma malondialdehyde, and other signs of oxidative stress (an imbalance of free radicals that can harm the body)
• reduce cholesterol
• decrease serum glucose
• increase serum insulin

However, more studies testing on humans are needed. One human study found that people who took it lowered their average blood sugar level and fasting plasma insulin levels. However, insulin levels after eating weren’t significantly affected.

Supports weight management

Along with heart-healthy benefits and type 2 diabetes protection, it makes sense that olive leaf powder could also help with weight loss. An animal study from 2014 researched the effect of it in preventing high-fat, diet-induced obesity. It’s thought that it prevents obesity by regulating the expression of genes that affect weight gain. It can also aid in reducing food intake.

Reduces cancer risk

In one cell study, product from an olive leaf tea company in the usa were shown to stop cancerous cell growth. Researchers suggest that the tea has strong antioxidant properties, but this is also one of the first studies on it and their anticancer effects. More research is needed to prove this benefit.

For more information and a look at the research please visit our olive leaf tea research page.

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Olive leaf tea, especially powdered olive leaf tea may have several potential health benefits, such as helping to lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, help prevent weight gain, protect against heart disease, help protect against some cancers and decrease someone’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

The olive leaves contain high amounts of polyphenols, most importantly oleacein, oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol.

See the Research page for more specific information on the mechanisms for these potential health benefits.

No. Matche does not have any caffeine, which is welcome news to people who are trying to go caffeine free but still want flavor and those who are sensitive to the effects of caffeine. This also means it is an excellent choice of beverage before going to sleep.

There are several reasons why Matche is superior to extracts. The most important reason is taste. Matche is a powdered olive leaf tea that was designed to be enjoyed like any other cup of tea. Almost as important is what goes into Matche, which is 100% powdered olive leaves from Sicily, Italy. Our 100+ year old olive trees have developed antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and polyphenols to protect itself against the intense Sicilian summer sun, chilly Mediterranean winters and drought. With an extract you may not be getting those additional benefits.

At least one study has found that orally consuming oleuropein from powdered olive leaves reduced the airway influx of eosinophils and lymphocytes as well as IL-4 secretion in lung promoted by OVA inhalation or CS. In addition, oleuropein suppressed infiltration of macrophages and neutrophils through blocking OVA inhalation- and CS-promoted induction of ICAM-1, F4/80, CD68, and CD11b in airways. The researchers concluded that this may be a promising anti-inflammatory agent for asthma and COPD. This product has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Matche is very potent so you should not have more than 2 cups of tea a day utilizing 500mg or 1/2 gram per cup. You may add as much liquid as you would like but generally the best flavor is found with 6-8 ounces. You can also use Matche to make lattes and dustings for fresh fruit, cakes, or even chocolate.

Research has shown that the phenolic compounds from olive leaves are highly bioavailable. The absorption of ligistroside-aglycone, hydroxytyrosol, tyrosol and oleuropein-aglycone was 55–60% in human subjects. In animal studies, these compounds have found their way various tissues in between 1 and 4 hours but it may take up to 2 days in humans.

There are no official guidelines on how much olive leaf tea a person should drink everyday. In most human studies, participants consumed 500mg or 1/2 gram of powdered olive leaf tea twice a day. You should always speak with you doctor before using anything to treat a specific condition as this product has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.