Yerba mate is a well-known non-alcoholic beverage widely consumed by people of South America. It is made from dried leaves of Ilex paraguariensis tree which is a native South American tree. Combined with lemon grass, you get a refreshing drink to encourage you.

Many research studies have been conducted and the findings suggest that yerba mate is beneficial in reducing the risk of various health disorders. Many include yerba mate as an alternative to coffee and tea.




Health benefits of Mate Green Lemon tea



Yerba mate has many health benefits such as reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and improved health. It has antioxidant properties and helps in healthy weight loss. It also has antimicrobial properties and anti-inflammatory properties.



- Consumption of yerba mate provides antioxidant benefits to the body. It has many different phytochemicals such as polyphenols, Chlorogenic acid and caffeoyl derivatives that make it a beneficial antioxidant.



- Research study suggests that mate extract may reduce oxidative stress that increases the risk of damage to liver and heart.



- The tea’s active ingredients are able to improve memory and attention, as well as focus, while the antioxidants in the tea can prevent plaque deposition in the brain, potentially countering the effects of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.



- Yerba mate is traditionally known as a mild aphrodisiac, used primarily by men to increase their libido and sex drive. The rich mineral and vitamin content can also help to improve fertility, hormonal balance, and reproductive health.



- Some of the unique compounds found in yerba mate, such as xanthines, are able to promote smooth muscle relaxation, which can be very good for digestion, particularly if you are struggling with constipation, bloating, cramping and other digestive issues.



- Yerba mate contains compounds such as polyphenols that may be beneficial in reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as atherosclerosis. Findings of a research study suggest that intake of yerba mate has a beneficial impact on lipid parameters and it helps to reduce LDL cholesterol in hypercholesterolemic people.



- Research results of a study conducted to ascertain effects of yerba on E. coli suggests that it has antimicrobial properties that may help in preventing health risks caused by E. coli bacteria.



- The flavanoids found in yerba mate may be beneficial in reducing inflammation. Anti-inflammatory properties make yerba mate beneficial in reducing risk of chronic disease and therefore improving overall health.



- Health benefits of yerba mate also include prevention of cancer.



- Yerba mate may be beneficial and reducing complications from hyperglycemia in diabetes



- Yerba mate is shown to have beneficial health effect in reducing obesity.



- While yerba mate tea isn’t always thought of as a boost for bone strength, it does contain a number of minerals that are essential for bone mineral density in the body.



- High levels of iron found in yerba mate tea mean that it can significantly help in red blood cell production, and will prevent anemia.



- The vitamin C levels in yerba mate and lemon grass can increase of immune system health.



- Lemon grass refreshes and promotes the ability to concentrate and think.


Ingredients:



lemon grass, yerba mate



Preparation:



Put 1g of dry herb into 1 cup of boiling water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes. Drink maximal 2 cups per day, between the meals.