Yerba mate contains 24 vitamins and microelements, 15 amino acids (carotene or provitamin A, vitamins A,B, C,E, B1, B2-riboflavine, nicotinic acid, pantothenic acid, vitamin H, magnesium, calcium, iron, chlorophyl, holine, inositol.

Those enjoying yerba mate appreciate especially:

• its delicate taste, reminiscent that of green tea, with a slightly spicy, tobacco aftertaste. This depends on the brand, some are very mild.
• nice sweet aroma with an herbal touch
• stimulation without increasing pulse
• significant improvement of psychological and physical performance
• improvement of concentration with simultaneous tonic effects and muscle relaxation
• one portion of yerba can be brewed many times
• unique way of drinking the infusion from an elegant mate cup through a special straw with a tiny sieve called bombilla
• boosts weight loss when on diet
• regulates metabolisms and digestive system functions
• helps the body to regenerate during recuperation
• helps to cleanse organism of metals and toxins
• wide range of minerals and vitamins, that make yerba cure anaemia and scurvy
• stimulates immunological system in autumn-winter period
• fights allergies such as hay fever
• lowers blood cholesterol
• helps in rebuilding of damaged stomach and intestinal tissue
• gently tranquilizes, eliminating stress and tension
• is an antioxidant, which means it eliminates free radicals , is a weak aphrodisiac
• has anti- rheumatical effects

• an unique xanthine (mateine), which can be found only in Yerba leaves, and which stimulates central nervous system without the risk of addiction
• 196 active ingredients (more that can be found in green tea)
• Vitamin A (vital to proper growth, immunizing the organism against infections, improving vision)
• Vitamin B (necessary for maintaining proper functioning of nervous system, improving digestion)
• B2 vitamin (strengthens hair, prevents eye irritation)
• Vitamin C (antitoxic, strengthens teeth, increases red blood cells count)
• iron (necessary to maintain optimal physical shape )
• sodium, potassium, calcium (strengthen bones and teeth)
• magnesium, silicon, phosphorus, sulfur, chlorophyll, holine, inositol
• Phosphorus - necessary for proper functioning of nervous system and physical fitness