One cup has 85 mg caffeine. Pregnant women can drink 1-2 cups of South American tea per day. A study of 5000 pregnant Brazilian women showed 70% drank it safely. Another study showed over 100mg caffeine daily may reduce fetal growth.
In South America people safely drink 1–4 liters per day. In North America and Europe, avid drinkers consume at least 1–2 liters daily.
The amount you consume depends on your tolerance and preference. It is an herb, like oregano, mint and parsley. Herbs are generously enjoyed without hesitation.
It appears to be an adaptogen herb. South Americans safely drink upwards of 1–4 liters per day.
We recommend using 1 to 3 tablespoons per cup, depending on desired strength.
Does it give a buzz? It can feel trippy. The caffeine can give a high.
Avoid drinking it after 6 p.m. if sleep is difficult. Consider restraining consumption if easily stressed.
No proof it causes cancer. Consuming large amounts of very hot liquids may increase esophageal cancer risk.
Consume 2 – 3 drinks at most daily, lasting through the afternoon. Avoid evening consumption, especially if caffeine sensitive.
It seems adaptogenic – an herb group that is adaptogenic.
90% of households include it monthly in the basic food basket.
Sharing it forges emotional links between people, connecting to their roots.
Use a measuring cup or spoon specifically designed for it to ensure consistent results. Start by measuring one tablespoon per cup of water for a standard serving size.
It can be the perfect replacement for commercial energy drinks, providing many more benefits while avoiding the adverse effects generated by these artificial drinks with a high content of stimulants and sugar. It is capable of improving the immune system by detoxifying the body, regulating cholesterol and preventing many diseases.
If you want a stronger tea, you can use more leaves. If you prefer a weaker tea, you can use less. When brewing it, it is important to remember that the leaves will expand.
For an experienced drinker, 2-3 servings a day should not be something extraordinary. Of course, moderation is always required. At 85 mg of caffeine per cup, it contains less caffeine than coffee but more than a cup of tea (4).
But the most common way of drinking it is to continuously sip it, for several hours and adding more leaves pr water as necessary. Each steep releases more flavor and nutrients, so this really is a drink you can pull on all day.
It contains more antioxidants than green tea, 11 polyphenols in all. Polyphenols have many implications and benefits for overall health: metabolism, brain, and immune system.
It contains 30-50mg caffeine per 8oz cup, which is less than coffee but more than tea. Moderate caffeine consumption (<400mg/day) is generally safe for healthy adults.
Its caffeine content varies slightly across factors like time of harvest and processing method employed. Apart from caffeine, another element unique to this beverage is ‘Theobromine’.
To make it, you steep leaves in hot water in the traditional vessel. Coffee, tea, it, and chocolate naturally contain varying caffeine amounts.