Mate

Origin and history


Mate, also called yerba mate , is a plant native to South America, where it has been consumed for centuries by the Guarani people. These populations considered mate a “gift from the gods,” a source of strength and mental clarity. Introduced to Europe in the 16th century by Jesuit missionaries, it quickly spread throughout the world as a natural alternative to coffee and tea. Today, mate is an iconic beverage of South American culture, particularly in Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay, where it is traditionally shared from a gourd using a metal straw called a bombilla .

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Properties and benefits of Yerba mate

Mate is known for its numerous benefits for the body and mind:


  • Natural stimulant : thanks to its caffeine content, it improves alertness, concentration and physical performance.

  • Invigorating : it helps reduce fatigue and restore energy, without causing excessive nervousness like coffee.

  • Antioxidant : its polyphenols protect cells against oxidative stress and support overall vitality.

  • Draining and slimming : it promotes the renal elimination of water and contributes to fat burning.

  • Digestive : it stimulates digestion after heavy meals and supports liver metabolism.

Thanks to its gentle and balanced action, mate is often included in vitality , digestive comfort or slimming programs.

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