What is it? It’s an herb, like oregano, mint, and parsley. The Earth has many consumable herbs that we enjoy without hesitation. It appears to be an adaptogen, in a group of herbs known for unique health properties. But remember, it’s a natural plant like any tea or vegetable. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, … Read more
The unique chemicals in this South American tea create a calming effect. It contains theobromine also found in chocolate. It improves mood. This caffeine-rich drink provides mild stimulation and improved focus. The theobromine and caffeine balance each other creating a gentle stimulation and sense of calmness. Its antioxidants reduce inflammation and support immune health. Indigenous … Read more
This South American plant is native to subtropical regions. The leaves are harvested every 2 years. The harvest occurs in rotation, allowing regrowth. Argentina has the highest per capita consumption, up to 14 pounds per year. Over 90% of households drink it. It’s often consumed in the mornings and evenings. Argentines drink it both hot … Read more
Mate is a bitter, earthy beverage called mate. Mate is traditionally consumed in Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil, Bolivia and Chile. To prepare mate, fill a gourd half full with leaves. Moisten leaves with cool water then add warm, not boiling, water. Limit steeping time to 10 minutes to prevent bitter taste. Ideal steeping time is … Read more
Mate is a plant found in South America. Its leaves are used to make a caffeinated drink. This drink is commonly consumed from a hollow gourd. The gourd develops a dark stain over time from the mate. This stain is normal and not mold. True mold inside a gourd appears green, furry, or slimy. To … Read more
What is Mate? This traditional drink is made from the dried leaves of an evergreen holly, native to South American. Drinking it is a social event. Sharing this drink from a traditional gourd is friendship. Brands can leave a nasty taste. So I created a list of the five best brands, a must-try for everyone. … Read more
Con palo translates from Spanish to English as "with stick". Some examples of use: "He touched breasts and vaginas with stick if anyone tried to hesitate." "He was allegedly beaten with a stick." "He was kicked and hit with stick while people present laughed." The guards allegedly kicked and beat him with a stick on … Read more
The herbal tea is well known for providing an energy boost that’s been described as gentle, clean, and calm. What happens if you drink a lot of it over prolonged periods? However, some studies indicate that people who drink large amounts may be at increased risk of some types of cancer, such as cancer of … Read more
Mate is a tea made from the leaves of a South American holly plant. It has caffeine that provides an energy boost. Mate also has antioxidants and nutrients that may benefit health in several ways. Some people drink mate in place of coffee. The caffeine levels are similar, but mate may cause less jitteriness. Some … Read more
The plant is native to only a few regions in South America. The plant can grow in different settings. When not grown directly in the sun, its leaves are more flavorful and nutrient-rich. When comparing yerba mate to traditional tea or coffee, one difference is that it contains less caffeine and more natural compounds that … Read more
