Is Yerba Mate caffeinated?
Yerba mate contains caffeine or “mateine” and is a stimulant beverage. The component chemicals are one of a category of chemicals found naturally in some plants and which are classified as Xanthines. Mateine is a mild stimulant, does not tend to interrupt sleep patterns nor cause “jitters” or the “crash” associated with the caffeine of coffee. It also contains bromelain; the same chemical found in chocolate. Unlike coffee yerba mate also contains vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Much of the energy and “high” associated with yerba mate is from this nourishment. For more information see properties or links.
