Mate tea can be called the most exotic tea for our country. It belongs to ethnic teas, along with Brazilian catuaba tea, Argentinean lapacho, African rooibos. You can read a lot of conflicting reviews about mate tea, which are dictated by the unusual properties of the drink. So what can you expect from mate tea, harm or benefit?

The indigenous population of Latin America has shrouded this tea in numerous legends, believing that tea has magical properties. Mate can cause an unusual surge of strength and vitality, satisfy hunger and thirst. In the 16th century, missionaries bought raw materials for unusual tea for a pittance. By sending him to Europe, they earned decent money. Mariners drank mate tea, during long sea voyages he saved them from severe fever and scurvy. He supported and encouraged travelers on their treks through the rainforest.

For a while, they undeservedly forgot about tea. But in the 19th century, the Illex Paraguariensis plant was discovered. It began to be cultivated in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay. Mate tea was made from crushed shoots and leaves, which was produced commercially. On the South American continent, he immediately became extremely popular.

Then the tea ceremony was invented using special utensils for mate: bombilla and calabash. The calabash was a pumpkin container, and the bombilla was a cane tube.

What is mate tea made of?

The raw materials for making mate tea are the shoots and leaves of the Paraguayan holly. The plant is found in the wild and is also cultivated on plantations. The holly can reach a height of 15 meters. It has serrated leaves, small greenish-white flowers.

The collectors take the branches of the plant, pluck the leaves from them. The raw material is thoroughly dried. After that, the shoots, leaves are crushed to a powder state. Good quality tea can be determined by the following parameters: the presence of dust, broken pieces of leaves and small remains of the stem is mandatory.

The chemical composition of mate tea

Holly leaves contain over 190 different components. This discovery was made by scientists from the Pasteur Institute. Among the elements contained in tea, the following can be distinguished:

• organic acids (isobutyric, isocaproic, isovaleric, resin);
• vitamins (nicotinic acid, A, B, C, E);
• bioflavonoids (quercetin, rutin);
• tannins (tannin);
• saponins (beta-amyrin);
• macro- and microelements (manganese, magnesium, sodium, potassium, iron).

Compared to classic green tea, mat has more antioxidants and alkaloids. Experts point out that green tea contains caffeine, while mate contains matein. It is similar in its action to caffeine, but its effect on the human body is more gentle and gentle. Matein does not cause an increase in heart rate, overexcitation. The invigorating effect of caffeine lasts about three hours, while matein invigorates several times longer. An important advantage of mate is that it does not cause sleep disturbances.

Useful properties of mate tea

Since ancient times, the Indians have used holly drink to treat infectious diseases. Currently, for many diseases, mate tea is recommended, the benefits of which have been proven by scientists.

• Stimulates the work of the gastrointestinal tract.
• It has a diuretic effect.
• It has antispasmodic properties.
• Improves vascular permeability.
• Speeds up metabolism.
• Reduces appetite.
• Improves heart function.
• Helps cope with depression.

Contraindications and harm of mate tea

Through research, scientists were convinced not only of the beneficial properties of tea, but also found that it can be harmful. We have examined people who have used mate in large quantities over the years. A connection has been found between the occurrence of some types of cancer and the intake of tea. Scientists have concluded that heavy consumption of tea in combination with active smoking of tobacco and taking alcoholic beverages becomes a catalyst for tumor growth.

Statistics have shown that mouth cancer is caused by people drinking too hot tea. The calabash, from which the drink is drunk, remains high for too long. This circumstance led to the emergence of diseases of the bladder.

PAGs (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbonates) were found in tea. Their combination with alcohol, tobacco, fried meat creates favorable conditions for the development of tumors. It is not recommended to drink a large amount of hot drink, especially while drinking alcohol and during a feast. If you follow these rules, consume Paraguayan tea no more than two to three times a week, the tea will only benefit.

How to make mate tea

There are some subtleties of brewing this tea. It is brewed in its original container. It is called kalabas, kalebas. Previously, calabash was made from pumpkin, now it is made from stainless materials, wood, and plastic. They differ in volume. There are large-volume calabash for large companies, there are small ones designed for a single enjoyment of a drink.

Connoisseurs of mate, after purchasing a calabash, prepare it for further use. Tea mixture is poured into the calabash, 2/3 of the volume is poured with high temperature water. The vessel is left for a day without covering it with a lid. After that, the mixture is poured out, and the calabash is cleaned with a damp cloth.

The person who brews tea is called sevador. The art of cooking is sevar. Do not rush when brewing a drink. The tea leaves are poured into the calabash, poured with cold water, and left for a while to swell the tea leaves. Then a tube (bombilyu) is inserted into the middle. There is a strainer on one side of this tube and a mouthpiece on the other. The tube is made of metal, before it was made of bamboo. Hot water is added to the container. After two minutes, you can enjoy the original taste of the drink. The tea can be re-brewed.

How to drink mate

For the people of South America, the process of drinking tea is a mystery. It lasts almost two hours and usually takes place in a large friendly company, in a warm atmosphere. Mate tea is drunk in small sips, the liquid is drawn out through a straw from the very thick. The tea should not be allowed to ferment in the vessel. Otherwise, bitterness will form, the drink will become harmful. It is rare in tea, but ice, milk, sugar are added. It is believed that the tea will fully open only after the fourth addition of hot water.

With daily use of the calabash drink, it is enough to rinse after use, store it wet. With rare use, calabash and bombilla must be thoroughly washed, turned over so that the water is glass.

The people of Paraguay have always worked hard and had little rest. Once, listening to their complaints and groans, the gods took pity and sent them mate tea. Since then, this nectar of the gods has become the national drink of Latin Americans. It is drunk throughout the day. Bitter infusion in the morning tones up and gives vigor, a cool drink quenches thirst in the afternoon, and sweet tea in the evening ensures sound sleep. If you want less fatigue and more time to do, while still feeling great, mate tea is your choice.

Features of mate

In fact, mate is not tea, but a herbal drink, which is prepared from the young shoots of the Paraguayan Holly. According to the classification of plants, holly is considered an evergreen shrub, although it grows up to 15 m in height. It grows in the wild and is grown on plantations in Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay. Holly leaves go through several stages of drying, which give them a slight bitterness and a hint of smoke in the aroma.

Quality raw materials are supplied by three countries: Brazil (53%), Argentina (37%) and Paraguay (10%).

Mate is a storehouse of vitamins and nutrients that have a positive effect on the body. It quickly restores strength, improves mood, relieves nervousness. The aromatic drink invigorates even with severe fatigue and energizes the body. In this case, there will be no headaches and insomnia.

The word “mati” or in Russian “mate” (with an emphasis on the first syllable) has Indian roots and means a pumpkin vessel.

For a drink like mate tea, the benefits depend on the shelf life - after 2 years, the raw material loses all its properties. Particular attention is paid to compliance with the brewing technology. It has a number of subtleties that must be accurately followed. Even perfectly prepared tea can be harmful if not drunk properly.

Chemical composition

The benefits and harms of any product depend on its composition. The leaves and stems of the Paraguayan Holly are simply champions among evergreen brethren and contain up to 200 components, including:

• vitamins;
• organic acids;
• xanthine alkaloids;
• bioflavonoids;
• choline;
• tannins;
• polyphenols;
• saponins;
• trace elements.

Vitamins A, C, E, P, B and trace elements strengthen the body and improve metabolism. Together with bioflavonoids, they are powerful antioxidants and reduce cell oxidation. Tannins have an astringent and bactericidal effect, saponins have an anti-inflammatory effect. Choline helps to lower the amount of bad cholesterol. Other components of Paraguayan tea are no less useful.

The mat contains the alkoloid "matein", which tones and relieves stress. Matein and caffeine belong to the same group of substances and have similar effects on the body. But with matein, the action is delicate and at the same time long-lasting. It does not have a negative effect on the heart and blood vessels, does not excite the nervous system and does not cause sleep disturbances.

Unlike caffeine, the tonic effect of matein is 3 times longer, and lasts up to 9 hours.

Benefit

According to the ideas of the Indians, the healing drink given by the gods restores strength, drives out diseases, relieves sorrow and prolongs life. To this day, mate tea, the benefits of which have been proven by numerous studies and scientific reports, has a miraculous effect on the body. It is irreplaceable during periods of strong physical and emotional stress. There is also an opinion that the temperament of Latin American macho is fueled by this magic infusion.

Mate is forbidden to drink for children under 7 years old, lactating and pregnant women.

The healing properties of mate

The positive effect of the drink in question is as follows:

1. Has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular and digestive systems.
2. It improves mood and helps fight depression.
3. Normalizes sleep and relieves insomnia.
4. Relieves muscle tension and quickly recovers strength.
5. Perfectly invigorates and increases endurance.
6. Enhances mental activity and increases alertness.
7. Stimulates metabolism.
8. Increases potency and sexuality.
9. Strengthens the immune system.
10. Removes toxins from the body.

Nervous system

The amazing properties of tea are manifested in its effect on the nervous system. On the one hand, it invigorates and improves mood, and on the other hand, it relieves tension and normalizes sleep. With high fatigue, mate tones the tired body, increases alertness and endurance. It soothes when over-excited and helps with insomnia. Drinking healing tea helps to harmonize the nervous system and resist stress.

Digestive system

Mate tea has an antispasmodic and diuretic effect. Its regular use stimulates the gastrointestinal tract, improves digestion and helps relieve constipation.

Drinking tea is contraindicated at high temperatures and blood pressure.

The cardiovascular system

Mate dilates blood vessels and improves the nutrition of the heart muscle. Drinking tea helps to stabilize blood pressure, improve cerebral circulation.

Mate for weight loss

The rich chemical composition of tea helps fight obesity. It speeds up the metabolism, burns calories and body fat, inhibits the areas of the brain responsible for appetite. With increased appetite, mate will become a real magic wand - one cup of tea will help get rid of hunger.

Interesting facts: Paraguayan holly extract is a part of dietary supplements for weight loss.

Harm

An absolute contraindication is individual intolerance to mate tea, which is expressed in an allergic reaction of the body. It can manifest itself as a skin rash, sneezing, watery eyes, and coughing. If these symptoms appear after drinking a cup of tea, its use is strictly prohibited. In addition, doctors identified certain categories of people and conditions of the body in which the use of a drink is highly undesirable.

Studies and statistics collected over several decades have proven the existence of a link between the regular use of excessively hot maté and the development of cancer.

Drinking tea, the temperature of which is above 80 ° C, can provoke the development of oncological neoplasms of the esophagus, larynx, and bladder.

Contraindications:

• children under 7 years old;
• lactating and pregnant women;
• heat;
• hypertension;
• violation of the heart rhythm;
• peptic ulcer and increased acidity of the stomach;
• chronic kidney disease;
• urolithiasis and gallstone disease;
• allergic diseases.

Mate contains about 20 aromatic compounds (PAGs), which are also found in tobacco, alcoholic beverages and fried meat. Their combination creates favorable conditions for oncological neoplasms.

Combining mate with alcoholic beverages, tobacco and fried meat is dangerous to your health.

How to cook and drink mate

Freshly brewed mate resembles green tea in appearance. The infusion has a golden-green color, a bitter-sour taste and a bright aroma. At home, the raw material poured into the vessel is brewed up to 8 times. Its flavor changes with each pouring and reaches its optimal richness by the third time. Classic tea is prepared only from herbal raw materials, but stevia leaves are sometimes added to add sweetness.

The dried and crushed holly leaves are called "yerba" and are used as raw materials for making tea. Yerba is poured into a vessel and filled with water, the temperature of which is 70-80 ° C. Tea is infused for 2-3 minutes and immediately drunk. Mate should not be brewed with boiling water - such an infusion not only starts to taste bitter, but also becomes harmful to health. Mate is drunk through a special tube called bombilyu, the bottom edge of which looks like a strainer. This design allows the drink to be filtered from the particles of tea raw materials when consumed.

The temperature of the mate during drinking should not exceed 80 ° C.

Traditionally, tea is brewed in a special bowl from the fruits of Lagenaria creepers, similar to small pumpkins. This dish is called "calabash". Modern calabash is also made of wood, metal, and ceramics. The bomb is made of silver, cupronickel, stainless steel, wood or hollow plant stems. If you do not have the opportunity to purchase special utensils, tea can be prepared in a regular teapot.

Today, there are many ways to brew mate. Producers add fruit and flavorings to yerba. Bitter mate is preferred by men, and sweet by women and children. Summer mate is very popular in Latin America. To prepare it, pour cold water over yerba, add lemon, sugar, mint leaves, orange or grapefruit juice.

To get the most out of your tea, you should only buy fresh yerba without additives.

Mate brewing technology:

1. In calabash, 2/3 fall asleep yerba, cover with hand and shake.
2. The calabash is tilted at an angle of 45 degrees. On the side where the void has formed, insert the bombilla. Then the vessel is placed vertically and the bombilla is pushed to the bottom.
3. Hot water is poured over bombilliers.

As a result, little infusion is obtained, so the procedure is repeated until the taste disappears.

From the moment of the first brewing, tea should be drunk within an hour.

Mate heals diseases, gives strength to the body and calms the soul. But in order for this drink to bring only benefits, you must strictly follow the rules for its preparation and use.

Paraguayan mate tea appeared in Russia relatively recently, but it is already very popular. The taste of the aromatic tonic drink is reminiscent of both tea and coffee. However, it is not addictive. Mate is superior to green tea in its antioxidant and tonic properties. And all thanks to the fact that it contains more than 200 vitamins, trace elements and other substances that are beneficial to the human body.

Composition and useful properties

Mate tea is of plant origin, therefore it is a dietary product. 100 grams contains only 5 calories, there are practically no fats and carbohydrates.

Scientists have conducted a number of studies and have confirmed that the drink contains substances that benefit the body.

The following table lists the beneficial ingredients in mate tea and their effects on humans:

Components	Effect on the body
Caffeine, mateine, theophylline	tone up; increase muscle tone; improve metabolism; assist in vasodilation
Ursulic acid	shows a hemostatic effect; restores water-salt balance
Rutin, quercetin	act as antioxidants; protect against fungal diseases; have an astringent effect
Choline	strengthens the nervous system; develops memory and attention
Tannin	relieves symptoms of inflammation; has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract
Beta carotene	reduces manifestations of respiratory tract diseases; protects the skin from redness and irritation; improves vision
Vitamin C	relieves inflammation; strengthens blood vessels; promotes rapid wound healing; strengthens the immune system
Vitamin E	stimulates cell renewal; improves blood circulation; responsible for reproductive function; relieves burn pain
Vitamin P	improves the absorption of ascorbic acid; regulates blood pressure
Vitamin B	relieves fatigue; increases endurance; stimulates the brain; promotes bone formation; improves heart function
Pantothenic acid	is an essential vitamin for skin beauty; activates hair growth
Sodium	regulates the work of the neuromuscular system; increases pressure
Potassium	removes toxins; normalizes blood sugar levels; regulates protein and carbohydrate metabolism; relieves fatigue
Iron	it is necessary when the level of hemoglobin is insufficient; supports the immune system

Thanks to such a rich and varied composition, mate tea has a beneficial effect on the human body as a whole, namely:

• supplies a complex of all the necessary substances for normal life;
• keeps vigor for a long time (from 8 to 10 hours);
• slows down the aging process;
• helps to fight extra pounds;
• has an anti-inflammatory effect;
• stabilizes pressure;
• removes toxic substances from the body;
• counteracts the depressive state, normalizes the emotional background;
• improves bowel function;
• reduces dependence on smoking and alcohol;
• maintains cholesterol at the right level;
• promotes the accumulation of phosphorus;
• strengthens the immune system;
• has an antispasmodic effect.

Harm and contraindications

Along with numerous beneficial properties, this tonic drink can also harm the body. It contains a large number of carcinogens that can stimulate the development of malignant tumors. Cancers of the mouth and esophagus are caused by the tradition of drinking mate tea very hot. Because of this, the likelihood of bladder diseases arises.

A high content of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbonates was found in the composition of the mate. Therefore, the combination of a large amount of drunk Paraguayan tea with alcoholic drinks, tobacco or fried meat has a negative effect on the human body.

This tonic drink also has a number of contraindications. So, it cannot be used:

1. 1. People who suffer from kidney disease, urolithiasis and cholelithiasis.
2. 2. Pregnant and lactating women.
3. 3. People who are allergic to theophylline and theobromine.
4. 4. Patients suffering from atherosclerosis.

Cooking method

The taste and medicinal qualities of the drink depend on how it is brewed.

In a special dish - calabash (aka calabas), you need to pour the tea leaves - so as to fill 2/3 of the volume. Then shake the vessel and tilt. This is done so that all the leaves accumulate on one wall. In the free space, you must install a tube with a filter - bombilla. After that, you should pour a small amount of warm water with a temperature of 35-40 degrees and wait until the liquid is absorbed. Next, add hot water to the calabash (its temperature should be 70 degrees) to the brim. After a few minutes, the tea is ready to drink.

Mate is a flavored drink that is not addictive. Paraguayan tea has many medicinal properties and is recommended for use in various diseases. But before that, it is necessary to study and take into account the contraindications and harm that it can cause to health.

Paraguay's holly mate has "the power of coffee, the health benefits of tea and the euphoria of chocolate" all in one drink. One of the six most commonly used stimulants in the world. Among coffee, tea, nuts, cola, cocoa and guarana, it triumphs as the most balanced, energy and nutritional provider.

Mate (Er-bah Mah-Tay) is made from natural caffeine and the nutritious leaves of the famous South American tropical holly tree (Ilex Paraguariensis). For centuries, in South America, Ache Guayaki has sipped traditional pumpkin mate for its anti-aging effects.

Botanical Name: Ilex Paraguariensis, Yerba Mate, Paraguayan Holly

The word "yerba" refers to leaves and means "plant" in Spanish, although the plant is not herbaceous. The mating plant is the holly (pronounced "Matay" or "Mate" depending on the sources) and this shrub, when young and in the natural conditions of the rainforest, grows into a tree of 15-20 meters. When grown in a garden, it cannot reach this height and can be kept as a small tree or shrub. The graceful branches support the dark green, elongated holly-like leaves that have a tough, leathery appearance. Small, green or white flowers have four petals and give way to small, red fruits.

Young tree

The paraguayan holly is native to the subtropical regions of Paraguay, Bolivia, Uruguay, Brazil, and Southeast Argentina. Mate was first classified in 1895, but there are records of its use by the Guarani and Paraguayan Indians in the 16th century. It was then that Spanish researchers first reported that the Guarani people, and the Tupi people in Brazil, brewed the drink, as a result it "raised tone and relieved fatigue." The Spanish conquistadors were responsible for opening up a significant trade route for raw materials that ultimately led to huge commercial supplies in modern times.

Growing conditions

Holly can sometimes be difficult to grow outside of its native South American conditions. One of the difficulties is the need for seeds to pass through the digestive system of toucans. It is difficult for the plant to spread because the seeds need stratification, or because of the cold period, and can take shape to germinate from 2 months to a year. Spreading is best done by cuttings.

Tree plantation

Under natural conditions, it grows best in filtered sunlight under tall rainforest trees. Rainforests have fertile soil, enriched with continuous leaf fall, microbial and insect activity. Ideally, he prefers rich soils and moist conditions, so adding organic matter will be beneficial. Holly for mate grows in subtropical regions, where the average rainfall is very high and temperatures range from 15-29 Celsius. They are often found in their natural habitat, where they grow in streams and thrive at 500 meters above sea level.

In order to control the growth of the tree, you can prune the branches and support the plant as a taller shrub. The plant is best pruned every 1-3 years to keep it at 4-8 meters. It also increases the yield and germination capacity of new leaves.

For tea, mate can also be grown in pots and indoors if the weather conditions are not ideal for outdoor growing.

Culinary use

Mate is known for its use as a stimulant, caffeinated beverage in South America, where Mate bars are very popular. The drink based on it has great cultural significance and occupies the same position as coffee in the rest of the world. At Mate Bars, the drink can be served flavored, with popular flavors - burnt sugar, lemon juice and milk. Some brands combine herbs such as or add citrus fruits to complement the natural taste of bitterness. In Brazil, the drink may be called "chimarao".

One of the tonics in local bars

There are many commercial drinks made from mate teas, some pure and others with complementary flavors. There is even a non-carbonated low-alcohol drink. The natural aroma is described as bitter with a smoky, wooded, or herbaceous-vegetal tone. However, the plant is still commercially cultivated for the higher quality aromas of the wild rainforest. Mature plants grown in rainforest have darker, emerald-colored leaves and a higher nutrient content.

Mate has less caffeine than coffee, but more than tea, so it's a Jitterfree - toning and antioxidant - with no side effects. The caffeine content is approximately 80 mg per cup, or double that of tea, while coffee has 100-200 mg per cup. In comparison, guarana has significantly more caffeine than coffee.

dried leaves of mate calabash silver bombilla

Traditionally, the drink is steamed and served in a large, hollowed-out pumpkin. It is sipped through a cane straw, with a filter at the end to stop the leaves. The Spanish word "mate" refers to a plant. Available data indicate that in Uruguay, the average person consumes 9-10 kilograms per year. The men also chewed on the leaves on long hikes against fatigue.

A simple home cooking method - traditionally preparations are made from leaves or a tea infusion with 2-4 g of leaves per 150 ml. hot water.

Uses of Paraguayan holly for medical purposes

Holly leaves are high in many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. The active ingredients are found in the leaves and include caffeine, theobromine and theophylline. Compared to green tea, yerba mate contains significantly more antioxidants. However, each tea has different groups of antioxidants, with different benefits, and they are not comparable. Some sources state that holly contains matein and not caffeine. However, scientific studies have confirmed the caffeine content of holly leaves.

The medicinal health benefits of paraguayan holly (mate) include:

• increased energy;
• thermogenicity (fat burning);
• suppressing appetite;
• cleansing the blood;
• improving memory;
• digestive stimulation;
• as a pain reliever;
• increases bile production;
• as a mild laxative;
• enhances immunity;
• promotes perspiration.

There has been some preliminary research on the benefits of avenues for fat burning, cardiovascular disease and DNA repair, but further research is needed for conclusive evidence.

Contraindications

Despite the positive effect, there is always a risk that too good a drug can work in the opposite direction. Overspending can cause anxiety, insomnia, or headaches and is best avoided by people who have heart disease, high blood pressure, or anxiety problems. Contraindicated in pregnant and lactating women.

There are indications that excessive consumption of mate can lead to cancer, including of the esophagus, mouth, pharynx, larynx, and lungs. However, the risk depends on the dose, and in their home country, Mate drink drinks in huge quantities, so it is hardly worth worrying about.

Mate - a drink of youth and health

Based on the unique plant Yerba Mate, researched today by leading scientists from all over the world and used in various branches of medicine, Mate drink is becoming a healthy alternative to the usual tea and coffee.

The beneficial properties of Mate are numerous, the effect of this truly miraculous drink on the body is complex - it is an increase in vitality, and saturation of the body with vitamins, an increase in immunity and general tone of the body, and a host of other positive effects. Mate can rightfully be called a drink of those who choose a healthy lifestyle and an active life position today!

In Russia, Mate has also gained incredible popularity, you can find this drink in the assortment on the pages of our website Yerba Mate.

What is Yerba Mate?

The plant Yerba Mate, or, as it is also called, the Paraguayan Holly (ÍlexParaguariénsis), has been known to mankind since ancient times. The South American Guarani Indians began to use it many centuries ago, at the same time, science began to study this plant in detail relatively recently, having finally noticed the pronounced positive effect that it has on the human body.

The uniqueness of Yerba Mate as a plant lies in the fact that, unlike other plants, the chlorophyll of which is not absorbed by the human body, the chlorophyll of Yerba Mate is completely absorbed. This means that when using Mate, a person receives a colossal energy charge (Yerba Mate, by the way, is the most nutritious plant in the world) - the blood is enriched with oxygen and nutrients, and numerous protective mechanisms of the body are activated.

Modern scientists, after conducting comprehensive studies of this extraordinary plant, have come to a single conclusion - the characteristics of Yerba Mate are exceptional, there are no analogues to it.

Mate contains almost all vitamins necessary for normal human life: these are A, B1, B2, niacin (B3), B5, complex C and E, as well as useful minerals: calcium and zinc, manganese and iron, selenium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, fluorine and iodine. In addition, the plant contains life-supporting nutrients: carotene, fatty acids, chlorophyll, flavanols, polyphenols, inositol, antioxidants, tannins, pantothenic acid and a wide range of amino acids.

It is safe to say that Mate restores the human body at the cellular level - this reduces the level of hypoxia, has a general strengthening effect, enhances immunity, stimulates the activity of the heart muscle, enriching it with potassium. The drink from this unique plant is especially relevant for residents of megalopolises that are deficient in many nutrients and are in a state of constant stress and poor environmental conditions.

Mate is a natural safe stimulant

Scientists today say that Mate will soon become more popular than coffee or tea, and that this drink is a healthy alternative to these stimulating infusions.

Indeed, Mate has a stimulating effect on the human body in the same way as Ceylon tea or coffee does, but, unlike caffeine, which is present in the latter, the active substance of Yerba Mate is matein - this is the plant's own alkaloid, which has no analogues.

The fundamental difference between matein and the well-known caffeine is that it does not have a direct effect on the heart muscle, at the same time, the tonic effect of this alkaloid is more pronounced and lasting. Matein affects the activity of all internal organs, while there are no side effects in the form of increased heartbeat and nervous tremors.

Moreover, Mate has a calming effect on the nervous system, leveling the psycho-emotional state - it improves mood, increases endurance and stress resistance, phosphorus accumulates in the nerve endings, memory improves, fatigue disappears.

Effects of Mate on the human body: surprising facts

Some people have noted that after eating mate they need less time to sleep, while at the same time they feel a surge of strength and energy, the sleep cycle is not disturbed. It turns out that under the influence of Mate, the body quickly and more effectively plunges into the stage of deep sleep, and this allows it to get full rest in a shorter time than usual.

By the way, this drink is also very useful for those who suffer from hypertension (high blood pressure), since Mate dilates blood vessels and helps to normalize blood pressure.

Another amazing property of the drink is its absorbent properties. It has been noticed that eating mate has a positive effect on people who have been exposed to food poisoning. Symptoms of intoxication, exhaustion and dehydration recede, the state of the body quickly normalizes.

It is useful to take Mate during a cold or flu, it has pronounced antibacterial and antipyretic properties, and in addition, a diaphoretic effect. Any fever goes away much faster with this drink.

Mate will also be useful for those who care about their weight - the drink contains practically no calories, while it is easier to stick with any diet or maintain the results achieved with its help.

So, Mate has a number of unique properties and characteristics, there is no more useful infusion that affects the human body as effectively and efficiently. The complex action of the active ingredients of the drink provides numerous benefits, and all of them are combined with one more, not the least important - the infusion has a very pleasant taste!

And finally, another advantage of Mate is that it is useful to all people, regardless of their gender and age - both men and women, and the elderly, and children. This wonderful infusion will give everyone joy and health!