Origin and history

Yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) is a wild native plant that grows in the basins of the Paraguayan jungle floor. The Guarani people and guaycurúes whom collected the leaves of the plant to chew on and take it as an infusion have used yerba mate since ancient times. Currently, the leaves and branches of this plant are dried and finely grounded and are popularly consumed as an infusion in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay.

The leaves of the plant contain caffeine, and small amounts of theophylline and theobromine; stimulants that are also found in coffee and cocoa. In addition, Yerba Mate contains vitamins A, B1, B2 and C, plus an addition of minerals such as phosphorus, iron and potassium. Furthermore, the presence of flavonoids such as rutin, quercetin and kaempferol, and the identification of chlorogenic acid and caffeic acid phenol compounds which gives Yerba Mate an antiinflammatory and antioxidant quality.

One of the benefits of this plant is its ability to help lose weight. Its combination with Xanthine accelerates the metabolism of fats and contributes to the loss of water with its great diuretic effect. Together with the above, yerba mate also produces satiety (a state in which one is satisfied or full), so infusion is recommended when people are subjected to thinning regimes.

Botanical Name: Organic Yerba Mate Powder

Ref Number: TGLOTMP

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