What is Yerba Mate?
Yerba mate comes from the leaves of the South American holly tree (Ilex paraguariensis).
Because yerba mate shares many of the constituents that are found in green tea (antioxidants), it is sometimes called South America's version of green tea.
A more accurate description for yerba mate would be a "caffeinated herbal tea" .
Weight loss
Weight loss is often associated with drinking yerba mate because it contains higher levels of antioxidants than other green or black teas or coffee. This helps to raise metabolism, regulates appetite, and aids digestion.
Boosts energy
Yerba mate is thermogenic. "Thermogenic" means that it actually induces the body to burn calories.
Antioxidants & minerals
Yerba mate provides the highest levels of antioxidants, as well as minerals, amino acids, and B vitamins for balanced, long-lasting stimulation.
Less caffeine
Yerba mate contains less caffeine than coffee or green tea.