Tea Time, afternoon tea, high tea. No matter what you call it, this British tradition, centered on a hot cup of tea, is ingrained in the culture of England and synonymous with the city of London. Since the 18th century, tea remains the number one drink in the country, with the highest per capita consumption in the world. Although still number one, many Londoners in more recent times have sought out other options to the traditional spot of tea. Yerba Mate in London has become popular as a distinctive and healthier choice.
As traditional tea is to the Brits, Yerba Mate tea is to several South American countries, including Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, and parts of Brazil and Argentina. Steeped in tradition and entrenched in the social fabric of these countries, this infused beverage is renowned for having the perfect balance of caffeine for stimulation while delivering copious amounts of nutrients, including antioxidants, amino acids, polyphenols, vitamins and minerals.
Yerba Mate has about 90% more antioxidants than green tea and also contains anti-carcinogens, which combined together can reportedly boost the immune system, help cure insomnia, detoxify the blood, reduce stress, and studies have shown may even help fight cancer. Regular users of Yerba Mate in London and all over the world claim improved mental clarity and focus without the usual unpleasant side effects of caffeine such as headaches, upset stomachs and the “jittery” feeling.
Yerba Mate has been shown to raise metabolism, regulate appetite, and aid in digestion, and causes thermogenesis, or increased calorie burn, all of which improve the chances of weight loss. Chemical compounds and nutrients in yerba mate tea purportedly make your body use carbohydrates more efficiently, supplying more energy from the food you eat and also burning more of the calories stored in fat cells as fuel. It is reported that regular yerba mate drinking also helps keep lactic acid from building up in muscles, decreasing your post workout soreness and shortening recovery time.
Yerba Mate in London has developed into a hot trend for the residents of England’s capital city. Compared to traditional teas and other caffeinated beverages, it is increasingly being recognized as a safe and effective stimulant with few side effects and bountiful health benefits.