Today in this article, we're introducing you to a tea we really love: Green maté. Just like white, black, green, or red tea, green maté is a tea with numerous health benefits and is highly prized for its powerful flavor!

Yerba mate originated in South America and was consumed by Native American populations. The plant, *Verba mate*, is a leaf belonging to the holly family.

Thanks to its high caffeine content, yerba mate is excellent for combating fatigue! This natural stimulant improves alertness and physical and mental performance. Yerba mate is also a powerful antioxidant due to its high polyphenol content. It is also a source of many other vitamins such as vitamins A, C, E, B1, and B2, as well as iron, magnesium, and calcium.

Other benefits of green mate include:

Yerba mate has no particular preparation requirements! Simply steep 1 or 2 grams of leaves in boiling water. However, be careful not to consume more than three cups per day due to its high caffeine content!
Finally, it's best consumed during the day; herbal teas are preferable in the evening ☺