Yerba mate tea is a species of the holly that’s native to subtropical South America including: Argentina, Bolivia, Southern Brazil, Uruguay and Paraguay. The Yerba tree can grow in upwards of about 49 feet. It has long green leaves, whitish flowers and bears red berries. Yerba mate tea is one of the unique herbal teas that contain caffeine in the western countries. Many believe it’s a better substitute for coffee and other caffeinated drinks as it produces enduring energy without the jitters and contains numerous life sustaining nutrients.

Yerba mate is consumed by the locals of South America in several ways. Historically, the mate branches were harvested and occasionally dried with wood fire imparting a smoky taste. The dried leaves would then be steeped in hot water in a gourd and people would drink by passing the gourd around, drinking from a metal straw called a bombilla. This unique device filters out the leaves.

Yerba contains anti oxidising compounds,,, vitamins and minerals. The leaves are loaded in carotene, vitamins A, C, E, B1, B2, B-complex, magnesium, calcium, iron, selenium, chlorophyll, flavonols, polyphenols, inositol, sodium, potassium, riboflavin, biotin and plenty more. Scientific analysts have shown that yerba contains polyphenols which are potent antioxidants that lower the risk protracted illnesses including cancer and cardio disease. It’s also known to boost immunity thanks to all the vitamins and minerals.

Yerba mate also has thermogenic effects, and with increased calorific metabolism it helps the body burn up the calories and this leads on to weight loss. Systematic studies suggest that yerba mate represses an enzyme that helps with treating inflammatory illnesses and brings a relaxing effect to the muscles and the nervous system. It can also help in controlling depression, mood and emotional anomalies as it excites the mind. Mate may be in a position to treat mild gastro-intestinal defects. It brings about a rise in bile flow and boosts abdominal transit.

Yerba mate tea if taken solidly may eliminate bad breath. The polyphenals found in this tea stop the expansion of bacteria responsible for bad breath. It also balances the body’s pH making it more alkaline, an environment that’s not conducive for cancer causing agents and other bad bacteria. For people who need to be vitalized all day long, adding yerba mate to their breakfast intake is a great way to achieve this. It gives a steady flow of energy and keeps them refreshed throughout the day without becoming tired. Yerba mate tea is one healthy choice for those who would like to have a more healthy life.