Yerba Mate - Paraguayan holly.
Yerba Mate - Paraguayan holly
Yerba Mate is an infusion made from the leaves of the Paraguayan holly. The infusion of yerba mate, also known simply as mate, is particularly popular in South American countries (Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil), where it is the equivalent of our tea or coffee. It is a widely cultivated evergreen tree of medium height, reaching up to 20 meters in the wild. In cultivation, it is usually pruned to a shrubby tree measuring 4-5 m to facilitate harvesting. In the wild, it is found near streams, at about 450-600 meters above sea level. It has graceful, leafy branches and white flowers that produce small red, black or yellow fruits. After harvesting, Mate leaves and twigs are roasted for a short time to avoid oxidation, then dried and crushed. After a period of aging, they are mixed in the right proportion to create a version of elaborada- mate with a normal stalk content, which is about 30%- or despalada- a stronger version where the stalks are no more than 10%.
Method brews
Temperature
brews
95 °C
Quantity
teas
1/200ml
Time
brews
3 minutes
What are the health advantages of yerba mate?
The major health benefits of this product include
Long-term agitation - contains a high dose of matrine, which raises blood pressure, but thanks to the presence of vitamins and minerals (magnesium, iron, sodium, fluorine) is absorbed more slowly, providing energy and activity throughout the day
Weight loss - Reduces appetite and supports weight loss process
Purification -removes toxins from the blood, reduces stress and fatigue, and slows down the cellular aging process
Cardiovascular and nervous system - The presence of xanthine and activation of spare substances improves the heart, circulation and supports the central nervous system, increasing mental energy
Concentration and performance - Increases physical and intellectual performance, promotes concentration, accelerates thought processes, improves the ability to associate and the quality of perception of impressions
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