Drinking matcha has undoubtedly become a popular trend of late, but one woman has told Newsweek how her matcha obsession put her in hospital.

Lynn Shazeen, 28, was introduced to matcha in May 2025, and the unmistakable green drink quickly became one of her favorite treats. Not only did she enjoy the earthy sweetness of matcha, but she also loved that it is high in antioxidants, can promote heart health, and contains less caffeine than coffee.

Shazeen, from Maryland, saidthat matcha soon became her weekly ritual. Indeed, at most, she found herself drinking matcha lattes twice a week as she enjoyed it so much.

Monitoring her health with online trackers and apps is nothing new for Shazeen, as she has been through what she describes as a "holistic, wellness glow-up journey." She said she

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