Natural energy boosters – 100% plant-based ingredients to invigorate the body

Yerba Mate, caffeinated coffee and ashwagandha are natural energy boosters we often reach for to raise our activity level. The best known and most commonly used natural pick-me-up is coffee, which has stimulating properties. Caffeine is also found in guarana fruit and Yerba Mate, which have much more to offer than just a short-lived surge of energy. Coffee isn’t the only thing that gets you back on your feet, so it’s worth getting to know other healthy energy drinks and taking advantage of their valuable properties.

Stimulating properties of Yerba Mate

Yerba Mate infusion has stimulating properties due to its caffeine content. Consuming this substance has a positive effect on concentration, improves overall well-being and reduces the feeling of tiredness. Caffeine has an energising effect, but you should be careful about the amount and not consume it in excess. The recommended caffeine dose for an adult is no more than 400 mg per day. Natural energy drinks like Yerba Mate, served hot as infusions, work much faster than the popular drink from the fridge. They also contain significant amounts of vitamins and valuable health properties.

Yerba Mate for a boost of energy

It’s worth using Yerba Mate leaves to prepare an energy drink, because:

• Yerba Mate provides the energy needed to take action;
• drinking the infusion can have a beneficial effect on building muscle mass;
• drinking Yerba Mate hot speeds up metabolism;
• the alkaloids and polyphenols contained in the dried leaves have anti-ageing effects;
• preparing a Yerba Mate drink helps with chronic fatigue, stimulates the body and affects the production of so-called happiness hormones;
• consuming natural energy drinks boosts energy and eases the effects of stress, positively affecting the nervous system;
• a natural energy booster is worth using during intense study and work – it improves concentration, brain performance and overall mental sharpness;
• among the greatest benefits of Yerba Mate, dietitians list its wealth of nutrients, such as B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9), as well as vitamin C and E. In addition, it contains: magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, iron, potassium, calcium and silicon.

Power plants from South America

Indigenous peoples mastered the art of tapping into natural sources of energy long ago. The Paraguayan holly originates from South America, and its dried leaves are the excellent quality Yerba Mate you’ll find in our store (yerba mate shop). The Guarani tribes cultivated the Mate Ceremony, that is, drinking Yerba Mate in a circle. During this ritual, all members of the tribe felt a sense of unity and gave each other energy by passing the vessel with the infusion from hand to hand. Those researching the South American roots of Yerba Mate will find traces of this tradition in Argentina, vividly illustrated by Indian folklore.

Guarana comes from South America and is used in medicine in its entirety, although its nutrient-rich seeds are most commonly used. Guarana is usually consumed in powdered form as extracts and dietary supplements in tablet form. Besides energising caffeine, its composition also includes procyanidins and catechins. These ingredients have a stimulating and psychostimulant effect, which is why guarana reduces the feeling of hunger and helps regenerate the nervous system.

Korean ginseng, known as the root of life

Eastern medicine systems use plant extracts from ginseng, known as the root of life, fresh or dried ginger in powder form, and a plant called ashwagandha. Ginseng has many varieties (including red, Siberian and Korean), and each one is an excellent remedy for states of exhaustion. Numerous studies confirm that Korean ginseng activates additional energy reserves stored in the body, lowers blood pressure, detoxifies the body, reduces cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and stimulates heart function.

Healthy coconut water is also worth mentioning as an energising drink, along with other foods that provide plenty of energy without extra calories or negative side effects. Did you know that the green leaves of rocket contain a significant dose of iron? This is an element thatsupports the proper functioning of the immune system and additionally reduces the feeling of fatigue and weariness.

Ayurvedic booster

Ashwagandha is a plant that leads the way among natural adaptogens. Its other name is Indian ginseng, which differs from the previously mentioned varieties especially in that not only the root of the plant is used, but also its fruit. Ashwagandha contains substances that restore the body’s balance. Its active ingredients have properties that strengthen immunity, affect memory and vitality, and also support sexual performance in men. Ayurveda recommends extracts from the fruit and root for states of mental and physical exhaustion, and pharmacies and herbal shops offer many such preparations. Undoubtedly, infusions containing ashwagandha are a rich source of natural substances with anti-ageing, nourishing and regenerating properties, and are worth trying whenever the need arises.

Canned energy drinks

The unhealthy trend of energy drinks containing harmful stimulants has become especially widespread among young people. After the energy boost from a can, which quickly raises blood pressure, negative health consequences follow. Energy drinks consumed in excess contain ingredients that impair concentration and can cause headaches, low mood and sleep problems. An even more dangerous phenomenon is combining energy drinks with alcohol. This is an especially risky combination for proper heart function and can also accelerate the body’s dehydration. Maintaining an adequate fluid intake throughout the day has a positive effect on well-being and on processes taking place in the body, such as metabolism. There are many alternatives to flavoured, colourful stimulant drinks, and it’s definitely better to reach for healthy drinks that are a source of valuable minerals and help harmonise the digestive system.

Discover teeccino – a healthier alternative to energy drinks

Teeccino is a natural energy drink made from chicory, herbs and roasted nuts. It’s an organic beverage brewed hot from plant-based ingredients, letting you enjoy the taste of coffee without consuming caffeine. In Poland this product hasn’t gained much popularity, but given its coffee-like flavour and healthy composition, it’s worth a closer look. Teeccino is a healthier alternative to energy drinks. It will certainly appeal to lovers of ground coffee who want to cut down on caffeine without giving up the taste of coffee. A cup of this dark infusion not only provides energy but also a feeling of relaxation, which is often the hardest thing to say goodbye to.

Caffeine – a shot of energy

It’s worth knowing that a Yerba Mate infusion made from 50 grams of dried leaves contains between 70 and over 360 mg of caffeine, depending on the type of leaves. Too high a dose of this alkaloid can have unpleasant side effects. Not only does it raise blood pressure, but it can also cause feelings of anxiety, irritability and even muscle tremors. In the long run, it can lead to trouble sleeping and insomnia. Suddenly giving up your caffeinated coffee, especially if you used to have several strong espressos a day, puts you at risk of withdrawal syndrome.It shows up as headaches and a feeling of fatigue. The crisis usually lasts a few days, so it’s better to gradually wean yourself off caffeine and reach for healthy isotonic drinks during this time, which support wellbeing and have a positive effect on the body.

Green tea and herbal blend infusions for boosting energy levels

Green tea gives you energy, and just like with Yerba Mate, it shouldn’t be poured over with boiling water. Precious leaves shouldn’t be brewed with water as hot as for regular black tea. Check out how to make a good Yerba Mate on our blog. Herbal blends for infusions are sometimes poured over with boiling water, but if you’re using tougher parts of the plant, such as the root or woody stems, you should soak them first and then boil them to extract their full power. Our native dandelion root is one such plant. It’s best to soak the crushed root overnight and brew a decoction in the morning.

Dark drinking cocoa effectively removes the effects of stress

Cocoa and dark drinking chocolate will lift anyone’s mood, as they contain ingredients that trigger the so-called happiness hormone. In all chocolate-based food products, we find substances that prompt the body to release endorphins. Chocolate contains about 600 substances that actively affect our body, which is why cocoa, liquid chocolate and chocolate bars boost energy, counter the effects of stress and improve mood. Ceremonial cocoa, much like drinking Yerba Mate during a Mate Ceremony, is a tradition rooted in the indigenous peoples of South America. These beverages have been known for centuries as a way of raising energy levels across an entire adult community in case of danger, an attack, or to celebrate a given holiday.

Yerbador recommends natural energy drinks to everyone

It’s hard to say why we still most often reach for unhealthy stimulants that cause many side effects, instead of using natural energizers. The daily ritual of drinking one or two cups of coffee has no negative health effects, although many people realize they are addicted and therefore decide to make a change. Yerba instead of coffee? See for yourself that it’s a good idea by ordering a gift set for yourself or someone close to you whom you want to convince to try nature’s energizers.

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