Yerba mate is used in different industries. The plant, originally from South America, has numerous energetic and nutritional properties and is well known in southern Brazil for being one of the main ingredients of chimarrão, a drink originally from indigenous peoples.

In addition to having a very expressive presence in the manufacture of teas, yerba mate is highly sought after by manufacturers of food and other beverages. The plant has been used in the production process of juices, cakes, bread, jellies, among other items.

In the cosmetics industry, yerba mate also makes its contribution. It is present in the manufacture of moisturizers, soaps, anti-wrinkle creams, sunscreens, shampoos, and conditioners.

Learn about some benefits of yerba mate

The plant has a high concentration of polyphenols, a natural antioxidant that slows the premature aging of skin and hair, protects skin collagen, and acts as an astringent and healing agent.

Yerba mate also helps in weight loss and the reduction of appetite. That is why it becomes an important ingredient in the pharmaceutical industry for the manufacture of capsules.

Because it contains a high caffeine content, yerba mate is the raw material for some supplements and energy drinks, products that are highly sought after by people who exercise and want to boost and accelerate the burning of calories. This compound present in the plant helps to improve concentration, as it reduces the feeling of tiredness and increases the levels of alertness.

Yerba mate has a good amount of saponins, bitter compounds with anti-inflammatory properties capable of reducing cholesterol and preventing heart disease. It also regulates the amount of sugar in the blood and improves the immune system, as it contains vitamin C and other important minerals, such as zinc.

Another benefit of yerba mate is the ability to activate blood circulation, helping to minimize problems such as localized fat and cellulite.

The importance of dry yerba mate extract

The dry extract of yerba mate and other inputs are gaining attention in the market as the consumer demands products made with natural ingredients and free of preservatives, colorings, and any other artificial ingredients.

Attentive to changes in consumer behavior and willing to spread the benefits of healthier habits, Frootiva® Co has developed a portfolio with varied flavors of dry extract. One of them is yerba mate.

To obtain the input, the plant goes through a technique known as spray drying, which removes the water from the yerba mate and keeps the powdered version with all the nutritional properties (zinc, potassium, vitamins C, B1, and B2).

The spray drying process is capable of enhancing some nutritional values of the plant, allowing each manufacturer to obtain the dry extract of yerba mate in the ideal proportions for their products.

In addition to the line of dry extracts, Frootiva® Co develops different flavors of powdered fruits and fruit bits. To learn more about the work done by the company, contact us by phone at 55 11 4765-0732 or fill out the contact form.