Drinking mate tea improves digestion by stimulating bowel movement as well as the flow of bile and digestive juices. Mate is an excellent ally to relieve constipation, as long as you also drink 2 liters of water per day. Besides providing a good fluid intake, which also helps the digestive system; the effect of yerba mate on intestinal activity is a proven fact. It works by stimulating contractions and movements in the gastrointestinal system (that is why sometimes yerba mate has a slight laxative effect).

This benefit is enhanced when we add digestive herbs to our mate tea, the most commonly used are dandelion (digestive, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and diuretic), sage (digestive, antibiotic, astringent, antioxidant and relaxing), rosemary (digestive, purifying, stimulating), pennyroyal (digestive, aphrodisiac and calming during menstrual discomfort), and mint (digestive, analgesic, anti-inflammatory). So don’t hesitate to start your own version of mate by  adding some of these herbs. 

It is also good to combine your mates with high-fiber foods. Among the best snacks to eat with your mate tea and improve digestion are fresh fruits such as apples, pineapple, oranges (you can even add a few slices to the infusion); high-fiber bars and nuts. Thanks to the energy boost, yerba mate also allows you to follow healthy habits that improve the digestive system and your overall health!

YERBA MATE helps you maintain a healthy weight

In addition to having zero fat and almost no sodium, yerba mate is very low in calories, so it can be easily included in any diet and in the routine of anyone who is trying to control their weight or to eat healthy. Here you can read more about yerba  mate and weight loss.

Being a diuretic and purifying infusion, mate tea prevents weight gain as a result of fluid retention, while promoting the elimination of toxins. It also boosts your metabolism and helps you burn more calories, especially when you undertake physical activities (for which, incidentally, yerba mate provides the energy you need).  Although yerba mate should not be a substitute for meals; it is true that drinking mate produces satiety and decreases appetite in general; which can contribute to weight loss. And, by having a positive effect on mood, it can also prevent what is known as “emotional appetite” or hunger caused by stress. 

But what makes yerba mate the perfect complement to a healthy lifestyle are its multiple nutritional benefits which, more than just losing weight, helps maintain a long-lasting state of well-being. Yerba mate’s health benefits are so advantageous, that drinking it regularly is highly recommended for staying in shape physically, mentally and emotionally.

In fact, for those who like to watch their personal appearance in general, yerba mate is an excellent ally in their aesthetic routine. For example, it has excellent properties for skin and hair. There are shampoos, oils, creams, soaps and even bath salts made with yerba mate extract.

YERBA MATE purifies your body

Yerba mate also has a diuretic and slightly laxative effect, as it reduces fluid retention and improves renal function. This helps the body to eliminate toxins and purify itself naturally. This diuretic effect is completely natural. Yerba mate inhibits the antidiuretic hormone, also known as arginine vasopressin (AVP) or argipressin; promoting urinary elimination. However, this should be balanced with a healthy consumption of 2 liters of water per day to keep the body hydrated. 

Yerba mate also stimulates bowel movement, helping the body in its natural process of eliminating waste and toxins. This is why it is recommended for people suffering from constipation. This benefit can be enhanced by adding digestive herbs to your mate tea and eating high-fiber foods.

However, experts agree that yerba mate in no way replaces the minimum water intake recommended every day: 2 liters. So along with your own mate kit! remember to always have a glass of water at hand to make the most of yerba mate.