Yerba Mate’ Leaf (Roasted) (C/S) (ILEX PARAGUARIENSIS)

Description:
Mate´ consists of the leaves of Ilex Paraguensis tree, belonging to the Aquifoliaceae family. It is an evergreen with pale bark and an oblong-oval crown. alternate dark green leaves, and white flowers in clusters. Roasted Yerba Mate’ is a smooth, full-bodied herbal tea that generally contains about half as much caffeine as coffee.

Origin:
Brazil

Other Names:
Green Mate, Ilexparaguay Tea, Jesuit's Tea, Mate Leaf, Paraguay Cayi, Paraguay Tea, South American Holly, St. Bartholomew's Tea

Part Used:
Roasted leaves

Culinary Uses:
The dried leaf of Roasted Yerba Mate’ is used to prepare a tea

Medicinal Uses:
Mate’ is used as to relieve mental and physical fatigue. It is also used as a weight loss supplement and stimulates the burning of fat.

Precautions and Adverse Reactions:
Mate´ contains Caffeine. Pregnant and nursing women should avoid caffeine.

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