Both come from plants native to South America, typically Southern Brazil, and contain caffeine. This makes them sought-after choices for individuals looking for a daily energy boost or health benefits ...

“When the leaves are steeped in hot water, the beverage, known as mate, is (and has long been) enjoyed by indigenous people ...

A recent study led by Choy-Lye Chei, published in The European Journal of Nutrition, suggests that drinking habits for coffee ...

Researchers also gave the rats mate tea, a herbal beverage rich in phytochemicals, flavonoids, and amino acids consumed as a stimulant in southeastern Latin America. The amount of caffeine per ...