Yerba mate, Ilex paraguariensis, is a tree growing in the basins of the Parana, Paraguay and Uruguay. Reaches 4 or 5 feet high but in the wild are known examples of up to 20 meters.
Indians inhabiting this area consume yerba mate since ancient times as they were already familiar with its many features and benefits.
Today its use is widespread throughout much of South America, being the largest consumers Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Chile and southern Brazil.
consumption has also begun to spread worldwide.
What makes mate that is so beneficial?
consumption of yerba mate is very beneficial for our body because this plant has many nutrients and vitamins.
Yerba Mate is rich in polyphenols (a great antioxidant)
also gives us many minerals: sodium, potassium, manganese, magnesium, iron, calcium, fluoride, etc.
are part of its composition of vitamins B1, B2, A, C, carotene, choline, riboflavin, etc..
mateína also contains, a substance stimulating the nervous system.
Benefits of yerba mate
The benefits consumption of mate brings to our organization are the following:
- has great antioxidant power.
- reinforces the body's defenses.
- Improves mental activity and concentration.
- Decreases anxiety and improve mood.
- provides greater resistance to physical and mental fatigue.
- The yerba mate is highly recommended for people who play sports as delayed the accumulation of lactic acid in muscles.
- exerts a beneficial effect on digestion.
- Improves constipation. Suitable
- diets for weight loss appetite quiet.
- Lowers blood pressure.
- Yerba mate helps prevent tooth decay appear.
- has diuretic properties.
- Reduces levels of bad cholesterol.
Contraindications mate
- Excessive consumption of yerba mate increases the production of gastrointestinal juices which may worsen the symptoms and discomfort caused by gastritis.
- should not be abused their use if you suffer from anxiety and nervous problems as it could lead to increased symptoms.
- Being a nervous system stimulant should not be consumed by people suffering from hypertension.
- Nor is it recommended to be consumed by children for its stimulant properties might affect them.
mate Classes
According to experts there are so many types and brands of yerba mate. There are many factors involved in their taste and quality: origin and composition process.
The fact that it has more of leaf or stick will also influence the flavor. In general you could say softer than wood but, as always, will also depend on other factors we have discussed.
Did you know ...?
creams and gels are made with yerba mate extract for treating cellulite.
also sold in capsule form to help with the diets.
The container in which it is prepared mate is known as matt puede estar fabricado de diferentes tipos de material: metal, calabaza, madera, etc.
Lo podemos tomar dulce o amargo y combinarlo con otras hierbas aromáticas o medicinales.
Fuente: www.enbuenasmanos.com