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WyndHorse Yerba Mate Tea ~ The Natural Energy Drink
*What's in your Yerba Mate?
1. Yerba Mate contains vitamins, minerals and more
Vitamins: A, C, E, B1, B2, Niacin (B3), B5,
B Complex, Biotin, Choline, and Inositol
Minerals: Calcium, Chromium, Manganese, Iron, Selenium, Potassium, Magnesium, Silicon, Phosphorus, Sulfur and Zinc
Other Nutrients: 15 Amino Acids, Fatty Acids, Chlorophyll, Flavenols, Polyphenols, Pantothenic Acid, and Trace Minerals
Calories:
A half ounce serving (2-3 tablespoons) of loose leaf Yerba mate contains 15-20 calories.
A Fusion Pack (tea bag) contains approximately 3 calories
2. Yerba Mate contains antioxidants
What are Antioxidants? Antioxidants are nutrients found in many natural foods that are the body's key defense against free-radicals. Yerba mate contains high levels of potent antioxidants: vitamin A, C, and E. Antioxidants neutralize free radicals which are reactive compounds produced by the body as a result of exposure to environmental pollutants, toxic chemicals and stress. Free radicals cause damage at the cellular level increasing risk of heart disease, certain cancers, premature aging and stroke. Antioxidant rich foods such as Yerba Mate are believed to reduce these risks.
* Researchers at the University of Illinois studied 25 varieties of yerba mate in 2005. They determined that mate contained higher levels of antioxidants than green tea.
3. Yerba Mate contains caffeine
Yes, it has caffeine and so it has a kick ~ but perhaps it's the combination of caffeine with the abundant healthy ingredients in Yerba Mate that for many people provides a more pleasant buzz than other stimulant drinks. You be the judge. And remember, though many people do much better with yerba mate than coffee if they are caffeine sensitive reactions will vary. Every body is different. Start with a mild serving and see how you feel. You decide what's right for you.
How Much Caffeine is in your WyndHorse Yerba Mate?
Fusion Pack (3g tea bag, 8 oz water): approx. 40 mg caffeine
Cafe Che our mate/coffee blend (8 oz cup): approx. 80 mg caffeine
Gourd of Especial Clasico (traditional) style: approx.75 -150 mg (2-3 tablespoons loose yerba mate)
Comparison to Other Caffeinated Drinks
(Caffeine per 8 oz cup)
Coffee 135 mg
Black Tea 50 mg
Green Tea 30 mg
Cola 30 mg
Links to Yerba Mate nutrional articles
Raintree Tropical Plant Database: Yerba Mate nutritional information and benefits
Wikipedia: Yerba Mate entry and links
Mowrey's Article: Yerba Mate Unequaled Natural Nutrition
WyndHorse Yerba Mate is not responsible for quality of the above sites/articles or accuracy of the information contained therein.
*Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any illness.
WyndHorse: your source for fine yerba mate tea ~ the natural enegry drink.
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