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To Your Health

When European settlers came to the region that is now Paraguay, they found that the local Guaraní Indians drank yerba maté constantly in order to ensure health, vitality and longevity. Jesuit missionaries reported that the tea eased both hunger and thirst. Traditionally, it has been consumed by gauchos, the South American cowboys, in order to invigorate and give them energy throughout the day. In addition to providing a burst of energy, South Americans believe that yerba maté improves mental sharpness and clarity.

Yerba maté is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. Research has shown that antioxidants play an important role in limiting free radicals and preventing cancer. Scientists at the Pasteur Institute in Paris found that yerba maté contains practically all of the vitamins necessary to sustain the human body. The tea contains Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium and Iron, as well as Vitamins A, C, E, B1 B2, B3 and B5. Studies show that regular consumption will help to boost the body’s natural immune system. Yerba maté contains the stimulant mateine, which is related to caffeine but does not cause nervousness and jitters.

Yerba maté is a nutritious and refreshing natural tonic that will balance and revitalize the body!

**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any disease.

	To Your Health When European settlers came to the region that is now Paraguay, they found that the local Guaraní Indians drank yerba maté constantly in order to ensure health, vitality and longevity. Jesuit missionaries reported that the tea eased both hunger and thirst. Traditionally, it has been consumed by gauchos, the South American cowboys, in order to invigorate and give them energy throughout the day. In addition to providing a burst of energy, South Americans believe that yerba maté improves mental sharpness and clarity. Yerba maté is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. Research has shown that antioxidants play an important role in limiting free radicals and preventing cancer. Scientists at the Pasteur Institute in Paris found that yerba maté contains practically all of the vitamins necessary to sustain the human body. The tea contains Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium and Iron, as well as Vitamins A, C, E, B1 B2, B3 and B5. Studies show that regular consumption will help to boost the body’s natural immune system. Yerba maté contains the stimulant mateine, which is related to caffeine but does not cause nervousness and jitters. Yerba maté is a nutritious and refreshing natural tonic that will balance and revitalize the body! **These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any disease.