Yerba Maté • Ilex paraguariensis

Cardiovascular System
Written By KindFolk

Parts Used: leaves

Affinity: blood, brain, heart, liver

Herbal Action: anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, diuretic, hepatic, hypoglycemic, hypotensive, stimulant

Indications:

  • Caffeine stimulates the heart, muscles and cerebral cortex to combat mental and physical fatigue

  • Antioxidant content is beneficial for the cardiovascular system, reducing cholesterol and regulating blood sugar

Preferred Preparations: infusion

Taste: green tea

Contraindications: not for those who should avoid caffeine

Origin Story: comes from the Guaraní (native folk of Paraguay) celebrations in honor of Tupâ, god of rain & water

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