Yerba Mate: An Argentine Tea

Where is Yerba Mate from? This tea is a tea-like infusion made from the leaves and twigs of the Ilex paraguariensis plant native to South America. This Holly tree grows in the Atlantic rainforests of northeastern Argentina, Paraguay, southern Brazil and Uruguay. The local farmers harvest the leaves to produce it. The plant thrives in … Read more

Is mate high in potassium?

Decaf coffee provides 216 mg of potassium per brewed cup. Some common coffee additives are milk or sugar. While oatmeal is higher in potassium and phosphorus than other hot cereals, a 1/2 cup serving of cooked oatmeal has 80 to 115 mg potassium. Broccoli is high in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, and potassium. … Read more

Harvesting Yerba Mate

Mate is a plant native to South America. The oval leaves are harvested by hand to reduce wilting and improve quality. First the leaves are dried, then stored to age. Aging enriches the flavor. Finally, the leaves are ground to varying sizes from dust to a couple millimeters. The mate plant thrives in loose, acidic … Read more

Tea Bag Shelf Life

How long do tea bags last? Tea bags last 1 to 2 years if stored properly in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and moisture. Check for signs of spoilage like musty or mouldy smell, discolouration or change in taste. Discard if any signs are present. The tea can last for several months … Read more

Yerba Mate vs Coffee Caffeine

Caffeine Content A cup of yerba typically has about 85 milligrams of caffeine, while a cup of coffee contains about 95. The South American herb is more caffeinated than regular black tea, but less than coffee. Drinking the caffeinated tea provides some of the improved focus and mood from drinking coffee — but less. The … Read more

Preparing Mate in a Gourd

Amount of Mate to Use Adjust the ratio of mate to water to customize the taste and strength. Filling the gourd to the brim intensifies the flavor and aroma, while leaving space allows for water flow regulation. Personal preference plays a key role in adjusting the amount of mate to enhance your drinking experience. Sharing … Read more

Curing a Mate Gourd

To cure a mate gourd, put moist yerba inside and add warm water. Let sit 24 hours. Remove yerba, rinse, and scrape inside skin off. Always handwash gourds with warm water. Rinse after use, dry at an angle for air circulation to prevent mold. Modern curing clears insides out in 20 minutes. Using a Mate … Read more

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Alcohol should be avoided while taking methadone. Alcohol and methadone both depress the central nervous system. When this depressant effect becomes too strong, it can cause shallow or stopped breathing and opioid overdose. Methadone acts as a depressant. If combined with alcohol, it can impair motor and cognitive performance and have severe or lethal adverse … Read more

Is it OK to drink yerba mate everyday?

Despite this, it is safe to say that excesses should always be avoided. There is no limitation to how much you can drink. However, some situations deserve more precautions and moderate consumption. It is necessary to limit quantities if you suffer from any health conditions which require you to control fluid intake, such as kidney … Read more