Friends of Steemit, today I will tell you a little about the Mate, it is always very rich to travel and learn a bit of other cultures and customs, for this reason the Yerba Mate is part of the customs of Argentines, as well as is consumed in much of the south of the continent: Paraguay, Uruguay and Chile, among others. Although its largest per capita consumption is in Uruguay and its largest producer is Argentina.
This wonderful herb contains 90% more antioxidants than green tea, which prevents oxidation and wear of cells, slowing aging, helping to prevent cardiovascular disease, preventing fat and cholesterol build up in the arteries, this plant contains:
Caffeine
Amino acids
Polyphenols
Vitamins, A, B, E and D and minerals (iron, potassium, magnesium and sodium)
This plant grows naturally in the southern cone, and is consumed in the form of té, which requires a certain ritual in order to prepare it well.
In addition to the yerba you need a mate, a bulb and hot water at 85 degrees centrígrados. To prepare it requires to fill with the grass the 3/4 parts of the container, leaving a free space to add the hot water little by little, then the bombilla is introduced and one begins to drink, the water should not be left to boil because it burns the yerba and the flavor is lost. In addition its consumption both personal and shared is accompanied by certain rules that a good primer can not break.
Usually the mate is taken in group meetings, often the person who is host is responsible for preparing and inviting the drink.
The mate has no sugar or sweeteners and is bitter for the amount of taninos it has.
The containers are of (pumpkin, glass, wood, etc). If they are natural, they must undergo a curing process to avoid altering the flavor of the yerba mate.
In Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay, it is customary to say thanks when you are no longer going to drink mate and in this way you are grateful to the primer.
Fatigue.
Depression.
Headache.
Reduces stress and insomnia.
Strengthens the immune system.
Detoxifies the blood.
Prevents certain types of cancer.
Laboratory studies have shown that its compounds can disturb colon cancer cells, which self-destruct due to DNA damage; another study showed that this drink can be effective against osteoporosis, helping to conserve bone density in postmenopausal women.
It is a great ally for weight loss as it allows the feeling of fullness when starting to eat, makes digestion slower and accelerates metabolism.
It also has aesthetic benefits:**
This herb contains substances that stimulate and fortify the teeth. In turn, by containing Tannins (phenolic compounds found in plants and fruits, they are water-soluble with a bitter taste and have the common characteristic of being astringent), they help to clarify skin spots and reduce wrinkles.
We must keep in mind that everything in excess does harm and can generate side effects, especially smokers, who could increase the risk of lung cancer.
The Mate is to be taken and shared with loved ones: it is taken from mouth to mouth and circulates from heart to heart.
