Yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) is used for the preparation of the most popular tea-like beverage of South America. Hypocholesteremic (lowering cholesterol), antioxidant, hepatoprotective (protecting the liver) and bitter taste properties of mate are attributed to the phenolic constituents of the leaves. Mate has caffeoyl derivatives (caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, 3,4-dicaffeoylquinic acid, 3,5-dicaffeoylquinic acid and 4,5-dicaffeoylquinic acid) and flavonoids (Quercetin, rutin and kaempferol).
      Yerba mate, just like many herbs, is a good source of antioxidants and certainly deserves a spot in one's kitchen next to other herbal teas.

Yerba Maté, Source Naturals

Yerba Maté used since ancient times as a tea, is recommended throughout South America for its rejuvenating, nutritional, and energizing effects, particularly for mental and physical fatigue. Source Naturals Yerba Maté can be taken as a weight-loss aid. Scientific research shows Maté to be a powerful antioxidant and that it can protect DNA from double-strand breaks. It also has the ability to inhibit LDL oxidation. Maté naturally contains a wide range of polyphenols, methylxanthines, and chlorogenic acid, which together are responsible for its many health benefits.

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Green tea extract may be effective in some people as a weight loss pill. You can purchase Green-Tea-Extract here.
Caffeine is often found in weight loss pills but I personally don't like my patients taking extra caffeine since it can cause increased heart rate and anxiety. Most people already consume enough caffeine through coffee, tea, sodas, and chocolate.
Ginger may be helpful in some people but higher doses are required.
Hoodia has become quite popular over the past few years. Hoodia-Extract is sold here.
Alpha lipoic acid may also reduce appetite but it is primarily used as an antioxidant.
5-HTP is a nutrient that helps curb appetite in some individuals. You can buy 5-HTP at Physician Formulas.
Guarana may work in combination with yerba mate and Damiana plant
Acetyl-l-carnitine is a weight loss pill that may reduce appetite in some individuals.

Green Maté, 500 mg, Jarrow Formulas  Unfermented Yerba Maté 20 % Caffeoylquinic Acid (5% Chlorogenic Acid) 5:1 Standardized Extract Dietary Supplement
Jarrow Formulas Green Maté is an unfer
ented Yerba Maté 5:1 extract standardized to contain at least 20 % caffeoylquinic acid, including 5% chlorogenic acids. Typical Yerba Maté undergoes a fermentation process that destroys the beneficial caffeoylquinic acid. Traditionally, Yerba Maté has been used to promote energy and recently demostrated to improve fatty acid oxidation.
Do not use if allergic to artichoke, pregnant, lactating, under the age of 18, or if using any medication. Individuals with gall bladder or bile duct blockage should not use Green Maté extract.
Green Maté 5:1 (llex paraguariensis) (minimum 20 % Caffeoylquinic Acid)   
Jarrow Formulas Green Maté (5:1 extract) contains the following approximate profile of antioxidants:
Total Caffeoylquinic acid Chlorogenic acid Theobromine Triterpene saponins
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Yerba Mate Research Update
Antioxidant activity of a botanical extract preparation of Ilex paraguariensis: prevention of DNA double-strand breaks in Saccharomyces cerevisiae and human low-density lipoprotein oxidation.
Bracesco N. Facultad Medicina, University of the Republica, Montevideo, Uruguay.
J Altern Complement Med. 2003 Jun;9(3):379-87.
We analyzed the antioxidant properties of Ilex paraguariensis infusion popularly known as mate (ma'ta), by using two experimental models: the induction of DNA double-strand breaks (DSB) by hydrogen peroxide (H(2)O(2)) and lethality in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, as well as peroxide and lipoxygenase-induced human low-density lipoprotein (LDL) oxidation. Diploid yeast cells were exposed to different concentrations of H(2)O(2) (5-10 mmol/L) in the absence or presence of Ip infusion (10(-1) v/v) or alpha-tocopherol (10(-2) mol/L). Both mate infusion and alpha-tocopherol significantly decreased the dose dependent DSB number, and the lethality induced by H(2)O(2). Peroxynitrite and lipoxygenase-induced human LDL oxidation are inhibited by Ip extracts in a potent, dose-dependent fashion. Dilutions of 5 x 10(-3) v/v provide 50% +/- 10% inhibition. Finally, Ip extracts are potent direct quenchers of the free radical 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl. Dilutions of 2 x 10(-2) v/v produced quenching of more than 30%, which was comparable to that obtained with 0.5-1 mmol/L alpha-tocopherol or the quercetin aglycone, respectively. For comparison, total polyphenol content of yerba mate, green, and black tea (Camelia sinensis) were 6.5 +/- 0.8; 1.8 +/- 0.5; and 1.13 +/- 0.3 mmol of quercetin equivalents per liter, respectively. Yerba mate is thus a rich source of polyphenols and has antioxidant properties comparable to those of green tea.

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I drink yerba mate now, off and on, for two years and enjoy its flavor. But it can make me feel strung out and edgy from time to time. 

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