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    Mate Leaves Cut

    Ilex paraguayensis

    Form: Cut

    Product description

    Mate leaves (also known as yerba mate or Ilex paraguariensis) hold a number of benefits. Its commonly praised for its potential ability to boost weight loss, reduce cholesterol and its anti-inflammatory properties.

    Drink to good health

    With the strength of coffee and the reputed health benefits of tea, mate leaves are used in a South American drink that has rapidly gained popularity. The tea is brewed from the leaves and twigs of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. Once dried, the leaves are then steeped in hot water.

    A rival to green tea

    Packed with plant nutrients, mate leaves could offer more antioxidant powers than green tea. This includes antioxidants like caffeoyl derivatives and polyphenols, plus saponins which have some anti-inflammatory and cholesterol-lowering properties.

    Could speed up weight loss

    Tea made from mate leaves is anecdotally said to aid weight loss. It’s thought they reduce the appetite and boost the metabolism - both actions which could help burn body fat. 

    Why order Mate Leaves Cut from Joseph Flach & Sons?

    • Decades of experience with businesses of all sizes
    • Excellent customer experience
    • Order in bulk - perfect for large manufacturers
    • Order from anywhere in the world with confidence
    • Ethical in every way - most of our products are naturally grown materials

    Important: Joseph Flach & Sons are not herbalists and are unable to offer advice on and are unable to attest to the efficacy or suitability of a material for use in a herbal remedy or as a product ingredient.

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