What’s wrong with yerba mate? Maté is an herbal tea traditionally consumed in South America. Like black or green tea, it has caffeine. Health Benefits Drinking yerba mate isn’t linked to health problems in most adults. Some studies suggest that the tea may have helpful effects on cholesterol, weight loss, the heart, inflammation and cancer … Read more
What is the traditional way to drink yerba mate? The origins of yerba mate drinking can be traced back to indigenous South American cultures. Traditional drinking methods include using a traditional gourd and bombilla. The ‘yerba mate gringo’ style refers to the way the drink is enjoyed in North America: the leaves are placed in … Read more
Avoid steeping maté for too long to prevent bitterness. Using boiling water will produce a bitter taste. Steeping the leaves for sufficient time, with generous leaves, results in a well-rounded infusion. The desired amount reaches half of the mate. Although you will feel you are falling short, it will achieve uniformity. Steeping Methods The simplest … Read more
Overview The yerba mate plant is grown in South America. It’s made from the leaves and stems of a holly plant. Health benefits include increased focus and concentration, decreases high blood pressure and cholesterol, strengthens bones, provides natural energy, and weight loss. Caffeine content ranges from 15-175 mg per cup depending on the brewing method. … Read more
The most common way to achieve green naturally is by combining yellow and blue dyes or by modifying yellow dye with iron or copper. Spinach, an edible plant native to Asia, also makes a dark green dye when boiled. Cactus green dye can color wool, concrete powder and more. Indigo is best for dyeing clothes … Read more
Mate is a tree that grows in South America’s subtropical region. To narrow it further, the herb is mainly grown in Brazil’s South area, Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay. Part of the family Aquifoliaceae, mate has around 550 variants within this family of plants, of which only two or three are used for yerba mate. When … Read more
Safety Research A 2005 study in Brazil monitored 5000 pregnant women. 70% admitted drinking it daily. The results showed no harmful effect on pregnancy duration or intrauterine growth. In South America, mate is safely consumed by thousands of women during pregnancy. People with sleep issues should avoid it after 6 p.m. Not all people react … Read more
This South American herb is used to make a tea consumed in South America. It has a long history originating with indigenous peoples like the Guaraní. Now it is most popular in Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay and parts of Brazil. This caffeinated beverage has many health benefits. It gives energy, improves mood, increases focus and reduces … Read more
The Yogi Sweet Tangerine Positive Energy tea combines herbs used to uplift the spirit, including Ashwagandha and Shankhpushpi. It has an invigorating blend of Assam Black Tea, mate and Green Tea extract to help provide energy. Notes of Lotus Flower and Tangerine add sweet, floral and fruity flavor. Each tea bag contains approximately 70 mg … Read more
Preparing the Gourd Curing the gourd is an essential step in preparing it for use, as it helps preserve and improve the taste. The traditional method involves rinsing thoroughly, letting dry completely, sanding inside to smooth the surface improving taste and prevents rough edges affecting drink quality. Gourds take on the flavor but also impart … Read more
