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Yerba mate: what it is, properties and benefits
Yerba mate improves athletic performance, decreases the risk of heart disease, among other benefits
Yerba mate properties
1. Rich in antioxidants and nutrients
Yerba mate contains several beneficial properties devido à presença de seus nutrientes, incluindo:
Xanthines: These compounds act as stimulants. And they include caffeine and theobromine, which are also found in coffee and chocolate;
Caffeoyl derivatives: these compounds are the main antioxidants in yerba mate;
Saponins: these bitter compounds têm certas propriedades anti-inflamatórias e ajudam a reduzir o colesterol ruim;
Polyphenols: are a large group of antioxidants, associated with a lower risk of developing various diseases.
2. Increases energy and mental focus
With 85 mg of caffeine per cup, yerba mate contains less caffeine than coffee, but more than other types of tea.
Therefore, like any other caffeinated food or beverage, mate can boost energy levels and reduce feelings of tiredness.
Caffeine can also affect the levels of certain signaling molecules in the brain, increasing mental focus.
Several human studies have observed improvement in alertness, short-term recovery and reaction time in participants who consumed a single dose containing 37.5 to 450 mg of caffeine.
3. Improves physical performance
Caffeine, a substance present in yerba mate, is known to improve muscle contractions, reduce fatigue and improve sports performance by up to 5%.
In one study, participants who ingested a one-gram capsule of ground yerba mate burned 24% more fat during moderate-intensity physical activity.
4. Protects against infections
Yerba mate can help prevent bacterial, parasitic, and fungal infections.
In test-tube studies, a high dose of yerba mate extract deactivated E. coli bacteria, known to cause food poisoning, stomach cramps, and diarrhea.
Compounds in yerba mate can also prevent the growth of Malassezia furfur. This is a fungus responsible for flaky skin, dandruff and certain rashes.
Yet another study suggests that yerba mate may offer intestinal protection against parasites.
However, most of these studies were done on isolated cells, so it is not clear whether these benefits apply to humans.
5. Helps you lose weight and belly fat
Animal studies have shown that yerba mate can reduce appetite and increase metabolism, which can help with weight loss. Another study concluded that the herb even decreases the total number of fat cells.
In another analysis, obese people who received three grams of yerba mate for 12 weeks lost an average of 1.5 kg. They also reduced their waist-to-hip ratio by 2%, which indicates belly fat loss.
In comparison, participants given a placebo gained an average of 2.8 kg and increased their waist-to-hip ratio by 1% over the same 12-week period.
6. Improves the immune system
Yerba mate contains saponins, which are natural compounds with anti-inflammatory properties.
In addition, it provides small amounts of vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium and zinc. These antioxidants can strengthen the immune system and promote health.
However, researchers have yet to investigate the direct effects of yerba mate on the human immune system.
7. Can lower blood sugar levels
Yerba mate can help lower blood sugar and diabetes complications. A study carried out on animals showed an improvement in insulin levels after the administration of yerba mate.
8. May lower the risk of heart disease
Yerba mate contains antioxidant compounds, such as caffeine derivatives and polyphenols, which may protect against heart disease. Cell and animal studies have concluded that mate extract may offer protection against heart disease.
In another 40-day study, participants who ate 11 ml of yerba mate per day reduced their “bad” LDL cholesterol levels by 8.6–13.1%.
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