Yerba mate

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Yerba mate

Yerba mate is a traditional South American brew that's been said to offer the 'strength of coffee, the health benefits of tea, and the euphoria of chocolate' all in one beverage. It is derived from the leaves and twigs of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. The leaves are typically dried over a fire, then steeped in hot water to make the tea.

Category
Herbal Supplement
Molecular Formula
Not applicable
Mechanism of Action
The active components in yerba mate, including xanthines, polyphenols, and caffeoyl derivatives, work together to stimulate the central nervous system and muscles, dilate blood vessels, and induce diuresis.
Evidence Grade
C

Other Names

  • Mate
  • Ilex paraguariensis

Primary Benefits

  • Enhanced physical performance
  • Improved mental focus
  • Rich in antioxidants
  • Potential weight loss aid

Recommended Dosage

Adults 1-3 cups of brewed tea daily

Side Effects

  • Insomnia
  • Nervousness
  • Increased heart rate
  • Stomach upset

Precautions

  • Pregnancy and breast-feeding
  • Alcoholism
  • Heart conditions
  • High blood pressure
  • Mental disorders
  • Cancer

Interactions

  • Stimulant drugs
  • Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs
  • Lithium

Key References

  • De Mejia, E.G., Song, Y.S., Heck, C.I., Ramírez-Mares, M. (2010) 'Yerba Mate Tea (Ilex paraguariensis): Phenolics, Antioxidant Capacity and in vitro Inhibition of Colon Cancer Cell Proliferation', Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry
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“they're drinking yerba mate they drink it usually after their meals supposed to be good for your digestion”

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“Mate also called yerba mate is an interesting compound because unlike coffee it has been shown to increase something called glucagon like peptide 1 (GLP-1) and increase leptin levels.”

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How Different Diets Impact Your Health | Dr. Christopher Gardner
Influence of Diets on Health: Insights, Challenges, and Recommendations 12:41 0
“I've often discussed Yerba's benefits such as regulating blood sugar, its high antioxidant content, and the ways that it can improve digestion. It also may have possible neuroprotective effects.”

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“I'm trying eat more fat like every time you're making a steak put butter on there and when you're drinking a cup of coffee as crazy as it sounds I drink yerba mate every morning I will put a big dab of butter like a big dab of butter in my tea”

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