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Matcha Myths, Busted
Matcha is the “it” drink of wellness — but with popularity comes rumors. Is it really bitter? Does it block iron? Is it too complicated to make? We bust the biggest matcha myths with science and sh...

Why Routine Matters with Matcha: The Case for Daily Tatsu
Consistency is where matcha shines. Drinking Tatsu once feels good, but making it part of your daily ritual unlocks compounding benefits: steady energy, sharper focus, hydration, and immune support...

Micro-Workouts for Anxiety Relief: 5 Science-Backed Moves to Calm Your Mind
Stress creeping in? Even five minutes of movement can reset your mood and focus. Learn how to reframe anxious energy into strength, with five science-backed micro-workouts proven to ease anxiety, a...

From Focus to Resilience: The Mental Side of Peak Performance
Performance isn’t just physical — it’s mental. From focus and resilience to recovery and clarity, the way you move and fuel shapes how you show up. This post explores the science of mental toughnes...

The Pregnancy Performance Drink You Didn’t Know You Needed
Pregnancy is the ultimate endurance test. Fatigue, higher fluid needs, and a shifting immune system can leave you drained when you need your strength the most. Learn why moderate matcha is consider...

Mental Toughness Is Trainable: Why Your aMCC Might Be the Key
Deep in your brain is the aMCC — a powerful region tied to mental toughness, focus, and follow-through. This post breaks down the neuroscience of grit and why doing hard things (yes, even the cold ...

Does Matcha Block Iron? The Truth About Tea and Iron Absorption
Worried matcha might block iron absorption? The truth is, all teas -- from black to green to matcha -- contain polyphenols that can temporarily slow the absorption of plant-based iron. But there's ...

What Energy Drink Jitters Really Are — And How to Avoid the Crash
Most energy drinks deliver a quick jolt that sends your body into panic mode — racing heart, shaky hands, restless energy — followed by a hard crash. Learn the science behind the jitters, why they ...

Erythritol and Brain Health: New Research on Sugar-Free Sweeteners
New research links erythritol — a common sweetener in sugar-free drinks — to potential brain and heart risks, including impaired blood vessel function and increased stroke risk. Tatsu Tea skips ery...