Yerba Mate Side Effects

Yerba mate has been used in South American countries for many centuries. It's a great herbal remedy that helps you lose weight. Yerba mate may have some side effects and interactions. It's important to know about these before you decide to take yerba mate supplements.

If you have any sensitivity to caffeine, you should know that yerba mate contains caffeine. It may not be best for you to take. Everyone else should make sure you take yerba mate early in the day so that you won't be kept up at night with excess energy.

Always take only the amount listed on the bottle. Do not take more yerba mate than you should. Excess amounts of yerba mate can cause problems. You may experience liver disease, high heart rate, and an increase in blood pressure.

Children should not take yerba mate.

Those who are pregnant or nursing should not take yerba mate. You should only consume up to 200 mg of caffeine per day if you are pregnant or nursing.

Drinking excessive amounts of yerba mate tea could cause problems with the upper digestive tract. Avoid excessive amounts of this herb.