Yerba mate is an ancient beverage, that has been continuously consumed by indigenous people of South America since 3000 B.C.
Today, Yerba Mate is consumed by Millions of people all over the world!.
Obviously there's something beneficial about Yerba that kept the habit alive all those centuries, and today we will be talking about those benefits.
- Antioxidants & Anti-Inflammatory
Yerba is a Antioxidant super-house, mainly due substances such as xanthines, saponins, caffeoyl derivatives, phenolic compounds & indole derivatives.
- Mineral Elements
Based on an article published in 2022 by the National Library of Medicine (USA). About the source of elements and bioactive compounds in Yerba Mate. the extent to which the daily requirement for Mg, Zn, and Mn, Studies shows that Yerba mate contains a total of 196 active natural minerals, such as
- Calcium
- Chromium
- Maganese
- Iron
- Selenium
- Potassium
- Magnesium
- Phosphorus
- Zinc
- And many more!
- Vitamins
Yerba mate contains just about every nutrient necessary to sustain life!. such as
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5, B6
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin E
- 15+ types of Amino Acids
- Fatigue and Energy
Yerba mate provides an energy boost due to its high caffeine content, which is linked to increased alertness, improved concentration, reduced fatigue, and enhanced physical performance.
- Mental Health & Depression
Drinking yerba mate may be helpful in treating mental disorders such as attention disorders, depression, mood disorders, eating disorders, and substance abuse.
- Disease Prevention
Yerba mate offers a potent mix of antioxidants that may help protect against certain types of cancers, inflammation, cardiovascular issues, liver diseases, and more. Antioxidants are an important part of a healthy immune system.
- Better Heart Health
A 2018 study published in the Brazillian Journal of Medical and Biological Research included a post hoc analysis of 99 postmenopausal women. Women filled out a questionnaire designed to evaluate the consumption of yerba mate and the prevalence of hypertension, dyslipidemia, and coronary diseases. Study authors found that the ingestion of more than 1 liter per day of a mate infusion was associated with fewer self-reported cardiovascular diseases and lower serum levels of glucose
- (Other Benefits)
- Solves Constipation
- Cure Headaches
- Dissolve Kidney and bladder stones
- Low blood pressure
- Immunity against Urinary tract infections