Yerba mate is a herbal tea brewed from the leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant.

Does yerba mate have caffeine?

Yes, yerba mate contains caffeine, which can boost your energy and focus.

Is yerba mate healthy?

It offers benefits like antioxidants and can improve mental alertness.

Beverages

Yerba mate is a traditional South American drink known for its stimulating effects and antioxidants.

Por 100 g

1 kcal

1 cup (brewed)

3 kcal

(240 g)

Proteínas	Carbohidratos	Grasas
0 g / 100g	0 g / 100g	0 g / 100g

1 cup (brewed) (240 g, 3 kcal) is 0% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup (brewed) takes about 1 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Yerba Mate is number 1 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 85 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Yerba Mate	1	0 g
Nutritious Green Smoothie	60	2 g
Peach Almond Smoothie	60	1.2 g
Matcha Green Smoothie	70	2 g
Sunny Citrus Smoothie	85	1 g
Chocolate Coconut Protein Shake	150	20 g

Nutrition data updated June 12, 2026.

9/10

Low in calories and can boost energy levels without added sugar.

What is yerba mate?: Yerba mate is a herbal tea brewed from the leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant.
Does yerba mate have caffeine?: Yes, yerba mate contains caffeine, which can boost your energy and focus.
Is yerba mate healthy?: It offers benefits like antioxidants and can improve mental alertness.

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