Ilex paraguariensis, Mate, St. Hilaire, Aquifoliaceae, Yerba Mate
Yerba mate is a tree of the aquifoliaceous family, native to the subtropical region of South America. It is consumed as mate tea, chimarrão or tereré in Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, Bolivia and Chile. Several studies have analyzed the benefit that this plant can bring to the organism, as it contains alkaloids, folic and caffeic acids, vitamins and minerals, glycids, lipids, in addition to cellulose, dextrin, saccharin and gums.
- Origin: Plant Based
- Source: Itself
- Type: Herbs, Roots & Barks
- Age Range: Adults, Seniors
- Toxicity: May be toxic in high doses
- Outcomes: Specific Conditions, Weight Management, Cholesterol and Triglycerides, Thermogenic Effect
What are Yerba Mate benefits?
Yerba mate, also known as Ilex paraguariensis, is a plant native to South America, in which from its leaves the herbal tea is made. It is worth noting that yerba mate is a good source of caffeine, containing bioactive compounds such as quercetin and ursolic acid, which act as antioxidants, preventing heart disease, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, preventing the loss of mass and muscle atrophy, and encouraging the growth of skeletal muscle. Besides the benefits mentioned, yerba mate also has anti-inflammatory properties, helps to control blood sugar, and to lose weight and belly fat, as it is able to reduce LDL cholesterol within 20 days after supplementation.
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Yerba Mate and Specific Conditions
Specific body conditions categorize precise areas of our body, such as: Respiratory allergies; Liver; Eye health; Blood pressure; Cholesterol and triglycerides; and Blood glucose control. These areas require specific attention because they are delicate functions related to other parts of the body. Respiratory allergies, for example, are linked to the immune system, and to present an effective nutraceutical, we keep our scientific base up to date.
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Cholesterol and Triglycerides
Triglycerides and cholesterol are both types of fat present in blood. They play very important roles in the body, such as hormone metabolism and nutrient circulation. In order for them to function properly, they need to be at optimum levels - not too high neither too low. The primary way to keep those good levels is to have a healthy diet, with lots of fiber and balanced fats. But there are some nutraceutics that have been proven to help in this process in a very effective way.
Yerba Mate and Weight Management
Total body weight takes into account all body elements, such as organs, muscles, bones, fluids, fat, etc. The weight loss process depends on a negative energy balance (spending more calories than the ones consumed), but there are nutraceuticals that can help the body to increase this deficit. Among them, there are supplements like thermogenics, fibers, appetite suppressants, fat absorption blockers and some others.
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Thermogenic Effect
Thermogenesis is the body's energy production process, responsible for regulating internal temperature and all natural energy processes. There are some nutraceuticals that can amplify this process, such as caffeine and other thermogens.
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