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Shelf Life: Store in a cool dry place for up to 12 months. It is ok to refrigerate.
Origin: Brazil- General Information: Mate leaves come from the Ilex paraguariensis plant, native to South America, particularly in countries like Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil. These leaves have a long history of traditional use among indigenous peoples for their stimulating and medicinal properties.
- Medicinal Use: Mate leaves are renowned for their rich antioxidant content, including polyphenols and flavonoids, which contribute to various health benefits. They are commonly consumed to boost energy, improve mental focus, aid digestion, and support cardiovascular health. Additionally, mate leaves contain caffeine and theobromine, providing a gentle stimulant effect without the jitters associated with coffee.
- How to Use: Mate leaves are traditionally prepared as a hot or cold beverage called mate tea (mate or chimarrão). To make mate tea, fill a mate gourd (a hollowed-out gourd) or a cup with dried mate leaves, pour hot (but not boiling) water over the leaves, and steep for a few minutes. Sip the infused liquid through a bombilla (a metal straw with a built-in filter) to enjoy the invigorating taste and health benefits of mate tea.
