00:00Pharmacist claims matcha may affect women's menstrual cycles, but does it really?
00:05A pharmacist has recently warned his followers on TikTok about certain matcha side effects related to women's menstrual cycle.
00:12Considering how popular the drink has grown recently, his warning has been met with concern by those who love the green tea elixir.
00:19Sia Pharmacy claimed on TikTok that matcha's high caffeine content, about 70 mg per cup, could disrupt hormonal balance, causing irregular periods, increased pain, and mood swings.
00:28He suggested those with irregular cycles avoid matcha for weeks.
00:33However, no solid scientific evidence supports these claims.
00:37In fact, some studies suggest green tea might reduce period pain.
00:41Matcha typically contains 25 to 70 mg of caffeine, less than coffee, and the FDA states healthy adults can consume up to 400 mg daily safely.
00:50Menstrual cycles are actually affected by numerous factors, including stress, sleep patterns, diet, weight, exercise levels, and medical conditions like diabetes and thyroid issues.
01:02The body's hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis controls hormonal balance, and disruptions to the system can cause cycle irregularities.
01:10There's no evidence that moderate matcha consumption harms hormonal balance.
01:14Matcha offers benefits like mood regulation and reduced inflammation through ECGC.
01:20Moderate caffeine levels with L-theanine provide sustained energy, unlike coffee.
01:25Consult healthcare providers for specific symptoms.
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