Yerba mate

The dried leaves of the South American holly tree, llex paraguriensis, are used to make yerba mate, a herbal drink that contains natural caffeine. Yerba mate is a wonderful option if you want to replace coffee but don't want to give up your daily caffeine. The amount of caffeine in one cup (237 ml) is around 78 mg, which is comparable to the amount in one cup of coffee on average. Additionally rich in beneficial plant substances that function as antioxidants are yerba mate. In fact, according to some research, it may contain more antioxidants than green tea. It also includes a number of vitamins and minerals, including calcium, iron, phosphorus, riboflavin, thiamine, and vitamins C and E. It has an acquired flavor that may be characterized as smoky or bitter.

Yerba mate is traditionally produced in a yerba mate gourd and eaten with a metal straw while being diluted with water. You may also buy yerba mate tea bags or steep the leaves in a tea ball to make yerba mate sipping simpler. Simply immerse the leaves in hot water for 3 to 5 minutes and enjoy under these circumstances. Despite yerba mate's alleged health advantages, you should only consume it seldom. Studies have connected high, frequent intakes of 1-2 liters per day with an uptick in several cancer forms.