Mate and sleep, are they compatible?
Consumption of mate can impact your sleep due to its caffeine content. Indeed, each person has a different tolerance and receptivity to this molecule. It is generally said that drinking too much mate would prevent you from sleeping. For what ?
What are the stimulating active ingredients present in mate:
- Caffeine: the main active ingredient in coffee, mate contains slightly less.
- Theine: natural component of tea (also called tea caffeine), it could help with concentration.
- Theobromine: a good-mood relaxing molecule, also present in cocoa.
Like coffee, yerba mate is an energy booster! Mate can be consumed during the day, but can interfere with falling asleep.
Good to know:
Did you know that theine and caffeine actually come from the same molecule? Except that they do not have the same effects on the body. Caffeine is bioavailable and passes almost immediately into the body, while theine diffuses throughout the day.
Can you drink mate before bed or in the evening?
Of course, it is possible to consume mate before going to sleep or in the evening. Containing less caffeine than in tea or espresso2, its stimulating effect is less significant.
But possible sleep problems mainly depend on your sensitivity to caffeine! Some people will have difficulty falling asleep, while others will be able to tolerate mate in the evening just fine.
Enjoy the benefits of this delicious drink with multiple virtues. Mate contains:
- Antioxidants with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action2.
- Amino acids, promoting digestion and relieving anxiety2.
- Vitamins A, C, E and B2 to stock up on energy!
The combination of these active ingredients with theobromine can trigger a feeling of relaxation in the mate drinker. Note that this may limit the energizing effect of caffeine.
How to consume mate?
A true ritual, the preparation of mate is an institution in South America. Traditionally prepared in a calabash, there are many “gourds” made of wood, ceramic or metal, perfect for preparing your mate.
How is quality mate prepared? You need:
- A quality Kusmi Tea mate;
- A bowl or calabash;
- A bombilla (straw used as a filter);
- Hot water at 70°C (just simmering).
Leave to infuse for a few minutes, four minutes for Euphoria mate. You will fully enjoy the cocoa and orange flavors.
For a gourmet and relaxing break, a spoonful of honey and a few pinches of spices will transform your mate into an incomparable drink!
Also read: Infusion time: how to properly prepare mate?
Kusmi Tea, an organic mate made in France
In favor of sustainable and eco-responsible agriculture, all our products are labeled organic and made in Normandy. Our range of mate guarantees you varied and unparalleled pleasure! At Kusmi, we offer traditional and flavored mate:
- Detox : mixture of mate, green tea and lemon
- BB Detox : mixture of mate, green tea and grapefruit
- Blue Detox : mixture of mate, green tea and pineapple
- Boost : mixture of mate, green tea and ginger
Like any drink containing caffeine, overconsumption of mate can cause problems falling asleep. While drinking mate before sleeping is not recommended, some people will be bothered by the stimulating effect it provides.
Convinced by mate tea? Let yourself be seduced by the fruity taste of our organic detox mate green tea from Kusmi to take care of yourself.