So my mom told me that Yerba Mate is the best thing i can drink, better than water while exercising and everything else!


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Me and my french press having fun
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I drink Mate every day. I usually get it from relatives in Argentina. Excellent stuff and a great coffee replacement. I would not say its a water replacement though ;)

I drink Mate every day. I usually get it from relatives in Argentina. Excellent stuff and a great coffee replacement. I would not say its a water replacement though ;)

drink it plain? Its got the nastiest taste!

Can someone explain to me the benefits of Yerba Mate? Can someone spell out the pronounciation, as well? My curiosity is piqued :)

drink it plain? Its got the nastiest taste!


I drink it plain. It does have an aquired taste, however, there are certain steps that you need to take during preparation to avoid a bitter taste. You can also purchase naturally flavoured versions as well. During prep you must:

Add 2-3tablespoons per 8 ounces
Wet the leaves with cold water and allow to sit a moment
Add hot water, but not boiling hot water.
Allow to steep properly
Enjoy!

There are many benefits to Yerba Mate pronounced Yer-bah Mah-teh. or just Mah-teh. It gives a nice, even energy boost without the crash that coffee would give. It also produces a mild thermogenic effect which is excellent for fat loss. Apparently helps detoxify the body, reduce blood pressure and boosts immunity. There are a slew of other benefits, many similar to green tea. Best made in a traditional gourd with bombilla, but a french press works well or a special sports cup that I take with me everywhere.

I drink it plain. It does have an aquired taste, however, there are certain steps that you need to take during preparation to avoid a bitter taste. You can also purchase naturally flavoured versions as well. During prep you must:

Add 2-3tablespoons per 8 ounces
Wet the leaves with cold water and allow to sit a moment
Add hot water, but not boiling hot water.
Allow to steep properly
Enjoy!

There are many benefits to Yerba Mate pronounced Yer-bah Mah-teh. or just Mah-teh. It gives a nice, even energy boost without the crash that coffee would give. It also produces a mild thermogenic effect which is excellent for fat loss. Apparently helps detoxify the body, reduce blood pressure and boosts immunity. There are a slew of other benefits, many similar to green tea. Best made in a traditional gourd with bombilla, but a french press works well or a special sports cup that I take with me everywhere.

now that you mention weight loss, EVERY SINGLE weight loss supplement has "Mate" in it. yes, thats how mighty it is, tastes like dirty butthole tought =/

now that you mention weight loss, EVERY SINGLE weight loss supplement has "Mate" in it. yes, thats how mighty it is, tastes like dirty butthole tought =/

Add some honey or sugar free sweetener then.

Add some honey or sugar free sweetener then.


and how much and often should i take that?

and how much and often should i take that?

Thats a personal choice.

Read up:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yerba_mate

Probably there's a big placebo component to the differing responses to yerba mate.