Ingfit Keto Chocolate Matcha 37% Cacao 100g | Truly Healthful | شوكولاتة كيتو بالماتشا خالية من السكر

Where Japanese ceremonial matcha meets keto-friendly Belgian-style chocolate. Made in the UAE. Truly Healthful.

The most unique keto chocolate bar in the UAE. Ingfit Keto Chocolate Matcha 37% Cacao is the bar that no one else in the UAE market has dared to create: the ancient Japanese ceremonial tradition of matcha — with its deep umami, grassy, slightly bitter, intensely aromatic character — fused with the creamy sweetness of 37% cacao chocolate, sweetened with erythritol (17%) and stevia, with no added sugar, dairy-free, vegan, low-carb, and crafted right here in the UAE by La Chocolat, Dubai.

This is not a novelty product. This is a meticulously formulated keto chocolate bar developed by ingfit's team of health professionals and dietetary experts — a bar that delivers the full sensory experience of premium matcha chocolate with approximately 1g of net carbohydrates per serving and 150 calories per bar. For the UAE's keto community, matcha lovers, health-conscious chocolate enthusiasts, and anyone who has been told they cannot enjoy chocolate — ingfit Keto Matcha has arrived.

✅ Front-of-Pack Claims — Verified

• ✅ No Sugar Added — sweetened with erythritol (17%) and stevia only
• ✅ Dairy-Free — confirmed on pack badge — no cow's milk dairy (note: contains whole milk powder — see allergen note below)
• ✅ Low-Carb — approximately 1g net carbs per serving
• ✅ Vegan — confirmed on pack badge
• ✅ 37% Cacao — premium cocoa content for a matcha-forward chocolate
• ✅ Matcha — premium matcha incorporated into the chocolate matrix
• ✅ Keto Chocolate — formulated specifically for ketogenic diet followers
• ✅ Truly Healthful — ingfit brand promise
• ✅ Made in UAE — proudly manufactured by IngBite / La Chocolat, Dubai
• ✅ 100g / 3.5oz — 4 servings per bar (~25g per serving)

⚠️ Allergen Note: The ingredients list includes Whole Milk Powder and the pack states "Contains: Cow's milk." The "Dairy-Free" badge on the front may refer to the absence of liquid dairy/lactose rather than all dairy derivatives. If you have a dairy allergy or are strictly vegan avoiding all animal-derived ingredients, please review the full ingredients list carefully before purchasing.

📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Bar — 100g)

*Per-bar values extrapolated from per-serving data (4 servings per bar). Net carbs calculated by subtracting erythritol (sugar alcohol, GI 0) from total carbohydrates.

🍵 What Is Matcha? The 1,000-Year Japanese Ceremonial Tradition

Matcha (抒茶) is finely ground powder made from specially grown and processed green tea leaves (Camellia sinensis). Unlike regular green tea where leaves are steeped and discarded, matcha involves consuming the entire leaf — ground to a fine powder — delivering the full concentration of every bioactive compound the tea plant produces.

Matcha has been central to Japanese culture for over 1,000 years, originating in the Tang Dynasty of China before being refined into the Japanese tea ceremony (chado 茶道) by Zen Buddhist monks in the 12th century. The monks discovered that matcha provided a state of calm alertness — focused mental clarity without the anxiety of caffeine alone — ideal for extended meditation sessions.

The Three Grades of Matcha

• Ceremonial Grade — the highest quality, made from the youngest tea leaves, with the most vibrant green colour, sweetest flavour, and highest L-theanine content. Used in traditional tea ceremonies.
• Premium Grade — high quality, suitable for daily drinking and premium culinary applications. The grade used in premium matcha chocolate.
• Culinary Grade — lower quality, more bitter, used in baking and cooking where other flavours dominate.

Ingfit uses premium matcha in this chocolate bar — delivering the characteristic vivid green colour, the complex umami-grassy-sweet flavour profile, and the full bioactive compound content that makes matcha one of the most nutritionally exceptional foods on earth.

🔬 The Matcha Bioactive Compound Profile — Why Matcha Is a Superfood

1. L-Theanine — The Calm Focus Amino Acid

L-theanine is a unique amino acid found almost exclusively in tea plants. It is the compound responsible for matcha's most celebrated effect: calm, focused alertness without anxiety. L-theanine works by:

• Increasing alpha brain waves — the brain wave state associated with relaxed alertness, creativity, and flow states — the same state achieved through meditation
• Modulating GABA receptors — reducing anxiety and promoting a sense of calm without sedation
• Synergising with caffeine — L-theanine and caffeine together produce a cognitive enhancement effect superior to either alone: the caffeine provides energy and focus, while L-theanine removes the jitteriness and anxiety. This combination is the subject of multiple clinical trials confirming improved attention, reaction time, and working memory.

Matcha contains approximately 3–5× more L-theanine than regular green tea because the shade-growing process (covering the plants for 3–4 weeks before harvest) dramatically increases L-theanine production as the plant compensates for reduced sunlight.

2. EGCG — The Most Potent Catechin in Nature

Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the primary catechin in matcha and one of the most extensively studied phytonutrients in nutritional science. Matcha contains approximately 137× more EGCG than regular brewed green tea (University of Colorado, 2003). Clinical research on EGCG demonstrates:

• Thermogenesis — EGCG increases metabolic rate by 4–5% and fat oxidation by 10–16% (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 1999) — making matcha a clinically validated metabolic support compound
• Anti-cancer properties — EGCG inhibits tumour angiogenesis, induces cancer cell apoptosis, and inhibits cancer cell proliferation across multiple cancer types in preclinical research
• Neuroprotection — EGCG crosses the blood-brain barrier and protects neurons from oxidative damage, with research suggesting protective effects against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease
• Blood sugar regulation — EGCG improves insulin sensitivity and inhibits alpha-glucosidase (the enzyme that breaks down carbohydrates into glucose), reducing post-meal blood glucose spikes

3. Chlorophyll — The Source of Matcha's Vivid Green

The intense, vivid green colour of premium matcha comes from its exceptionally high chlorophyll content — a result of the shade-growing process that forces the plant to produce more chlorophyll to capture limited sunlight. Chlorophyll has demonstrated:

• Detoxification support — chlorophyll binds to heavy metals and environmental toxins in the gut, facilitating their excretion
• Antioxidant activity — chlorophyll is a potent antioxidant that neutralises free radicals and reduces oxidative stress
• Alkalising effect — chlorophyll-rich foods support the body's acid-base balance

4. Caffeine — Sustained, Clean Energy

Matcha contains approximately 70mg of caffeine per gram of powder — more than regular green tea but less than espresso. Crucially, the caffeine in matcha is released slowly due to the L-theanine binding effect, producing a sustained 4–6 hour energy lift without the spike-and-crash of coffee or energy drinks.

🥥 The Keto Science — Why Erythritol + Stevia Is the Gold Standard Sweetener System

Erythritol (17%) — The Keto Sweetener of Choice

Erythritol is a sugar alcohol (polyol) that occurs naturally in small amounts in fruits and fermented foods. At 17% of the formula, it is the primary sweetener in ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate. Why erythritol is the gold standard for keto:

• Glycaemic Index: 0 — erythritol is not metabolised by the body and does not raise blood glucose or insulin levels — confirmed by multiple clinical studies
• Caloric value: 0.2 kcal/g — compared to sugar's 4 kcal/g — essentially zero calories
• Net carbs: 0 — erythritol is fully subtracted from total carbohydrates when calculating net carbs, as it has no metabolic impact
• 90% absorbed in small intestine — unlike other sugar alcohols (maltitol, sorbitol) that reach the large intestine and cause digestive distress, 90% of erythritol is absorbed and excreted unchanged in urine — minimal laxative effect
• Dental friendly — erythritol does not feed oral bacteria and has been shown to actively inhibit Streptococcus mutans (the primary cavity-causing bacterium)
• Antioxidant properties — erythritol is a free radical scavenger with antioxidant activity comparable to vitamin C in some studies

Stevia — Natural Zero-GI Intensifier

Steviol glycosides from stevia (200–400× sweeter than sugar, GI 0, zero calories) work synergistically with erythritol: erythritol provides bulk and mouthfeel, while stevia provides the intense sweetness needed to achieve a satisfying flavour profile without additional erythritol. Together, they create a sweetener system that is completely keto-compatible, zero-GI, and zero net carbs.

Inulin — Prebiotic Fibre Bonus

Inulin in the formula serves as both a bulking agent and a prebiotic fibre, feeding beneficial gut bacteria (Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus) and producing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that support gut health, reduce inflammation, and improve insulin sensitivity — all directly relevant to the keto lifestyle.

🍫 The Matcha + Chocolate Flavour Science

The combination of matcha and chocolate is one of the most sophisticated flavour pairings in modern confectionery — a combination that works because of complementary and contrasting flavour compounds:

• Umami synergy — both matcha (L-theanine, glutamate) and cocoa (theobromine, various amino acids) contain umami-contributing compounds that amplify each other's savoury depth
• Bitterness balance — matcha's characteristic grassy bitterness (from catechins) and cocoa's bitterness (from theobromine) are complementary rather than competing, creating a complex, layered bitterness that is more interesting than either alone
• Colour drama — the vivid jade green of matcha against the warm ivory of 37% cacao creates a visually striking bar that signals its unique character before the first bite
• Aroma complexity — matcha's vegetal, grassy, slightly floral aroma combines with cocoa's roasted, fruity, earthy aroma to create a scent profile unlike any other chocolate bar
• The 37% cacao choice — at 37% cacao (a milk chocolate-adjacent percentage), the cocoa provides creaminess and sweetness without overpowering the matcha — the matcha remains the star, with the chocolate as its supporting partner

🇺🇦 Made in the UAE — ingfit's Local Commitment

ingfit Keto Chocolate is proudly manufactured in the UAE by IngBite, produced by La Chocolat, Dubai — making it one of the very few premium keto chocolate bars that is genuinely locally made rather than imported. This means:

• Fresher product — no long international shipping times, no extended storage in transit — the chocolate reaches you closer to its production date
• UAE climate formulation — the recipe is formulated and tested for the UAE's extreme heat, with storage guidance (refrigerate under 18°C) specifically calibrated for the local environment
• Supporting UAE food manufacturing — choosing ingfit supports the UAE's growing health food manufacturing sector and the vision of local premium food production
• Halal by default — produced in the UAE under UAE food safety regulations
• ingfit's mission — "Our keto friendly chocolate is made with conscious care by our team of health professionals and dietetary experts. Naturally sweetened with Erythritol & Stevia with no added sugar, it's a perfectly guilt free, keto friendly indulgence."

🏃 The Keto Lifestyle — Why ingfit Matcha Chocolate Belongs in Your Routine

The ketogenic diet requires maintaining carbohydrate intake below 20–50g per day to sustain nutritional ketosis — the metabolic state where the body burns fat for fuel instead of glucose. With approximately 1g of net carbs per serving, ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate fits comfortably into a strict keto macro budget:

One serving of ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate uses only 2–5% of your daily keto carb budget — leaving ample room for vegetables, nuts, and other keto foods throughout the day.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions — AEO Optimised

Is ingfit Keto Chocolate suitable for keto diet?

Yes — ingfit Keto Chocolate Matcha is specifically formulated for the ketogenic diet. With approximately 1g of net carbs per 25g serving (erythritol subtracted from total carbs), it fits comfortably within strict keto macro budgets. It is sweetened with erythritol (GI 0, 0 net carbs) and stevia (GI 0), with no added sugar.

What sweetener does ingfit Keto Chocolate use?

ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate uses two sweeteners: (1) Erythritol (17%) — a natural sugar alcohol with GI 0, 0 net carbs, and minimal digestive impact; and (2) Stevia — steviol glycosides from the stevia plant, a natural zero-calorie, zero-GI sweetener. Together they create a sweetener system that is completely keto-compatible and zero-GI.

Is ingfit Keto Chocolate dairy-free?

The front pack displays a "Dairy-Free" badge. However, the ingredients list includes Whole Milk Powder and the pack states "Contains: Cow's milk." If you have a dairy allergy or are strictly avoiding all animal-derived dairy ingredients, please review the full ingredients list carefully and consult your healthcare provider before purchasing.

What does matcha chocolate taste like?

ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate has a unique, complex flavour profile: the creamy sweetness of 37% cacao chocolate provides the base, while the matcha delivers its characteristic grassy, umami, slightly bitter, and subtly sweet notes. The combination is simultaneously familiar (chocolate) and exotic (matcha) — a sophisticated flavour experience unlike any standard chocolate bar. The vivid green colour signals the matcha intensity before the first bite.

How many net carbs are in ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate?

Approximately 1g of net carbs per 25g serving (4 servings per 100g bar). Net carbs are calculated by subtracting erythritol (which has zero glycaemic impact and is not metabolised) from total carbohydrates. The full bar contains approximately 4g of net carbs.

Is ingfit Keto Chocolate vegan?

The front pack displays a "Vegan" badge. However, the ingredients include Whole Milk Powder and the pack states "Contains: Cow's milk." Please review the allergen information carefully if you are strictly vegan.

Where is ingfit Keto Chocolate made?

ingfit Keto Chocolate is proudly manufactured in the UAE by IngBite, produced by La Chocolat, GID 7r, Cloverdale 547, Building N, Dubai — making it one of the very few premium keto chocolate bars genuinely made in the UAE.

What is the caffeine content of ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate?

The exact caffeine content is not declared on the pack. However, matcha naturally contains caffeine (approximately 35mg per gram of matcha powder). The amount of matcha in the chocolate formula is not specified, so the caffeine contribution per serving is likely modest. If you are sensitive to caffeine, consume in the morning or early afternoon.

How should ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate be stored?

Store in a cool, dark place and refrigerate under 18°C. Given the UAE's extreme heat, refrigeration is strongly recommended to maintain the chocolate's texture, snap, and flavour. Do not expose to direct sunlight or temperatures above 18°C.

Is ingfit Keto Matcha Chocolate available in the UAE?

Yes — ingfit Keto Chocolate Matcha 37% Cacao 100g is available in the UAE through ZE CART, with fast delivery across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all UAE emirates.

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📦 Product Details

• Brand: ingfit — Truly Healthful
• Product: Keto Chocolate Matcha 37% Cacao
• Net Weight: 100g / 3.5oz (4 servings × ~25g)
• Cacao: 37%
• Sweeteners: Erythritol (17%) + Stevia
• Key Ingredients: Cocoa Butter, Whole Milk Powder, Inulin, Erythritol (17%), Premium Cocoa, Stevia, Vanilla, Soy Lecithin
• Dietary: No Sugar Added · Low-Carb · Keto-Friendly
• Country of Origin: UAE
• Manufactured by: IngBite / La Chocolat, Dubai, UAE
• Barcode: 9781510183858
• Storage: Store in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate under 18°C.
• Contains: Cow's Milk, Soy (lecithin)
• Warning: Excessive consumption may cause laxative effect
• Arabic Name: شوكولاتة كيتو بالماتشا خالية من السكر

Available in the UAE through ZE CART — your premium destination for keto, sugar-free, and health-conscious foods. Fast delivery across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain.