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Yerba mate

Ilex paraguariensis
Benefits
  • Energy boost
  • Antioxidant
  • Mental focus
  • Mental alertness
Cautions
  • Contains caffeine
  • long-term high use may increase cancer risk (esophageal).
  • Avoid in high blood pressure
Drug Interactions
  • Additive with stimulants.
  • May interact with MAOIs
  • Stimulant medications