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7 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Yerba Mate
Yerba mate is a drink native to South America, gaining popularity globally.
It shares similar health benefits with tea, is as strong as coffee, and is as fun as chocolate.
In this article, we discuss the top 7 health benefits of Yerba mate backed by science.
Overview of yerba mate
Yerba mate is an herbal tea produced from the twigs and leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant.
The leaves of the yerba mate are dried over a fire and steeped in hot water to produce the tea.
Yerba mate is usually consumed from a gourd and sipped with a metal straw. The straw is equipped with a filter at the lower end, which helps to strain the leaf fragments.
It is believed that sharing a drink from this traditional gourd strengthens the bond of friendship.
Top health benefits of yerba mate
1. It is rich in nutrients and antioxidants
Yerba mate is enriched with some beneficial phytonutrients, such as (1):
· Xanthines: Xanthines act as stimulants. Examples include theobromine and caffeine found in coffee, tea, and chocolate.
