Jeffrey Latonas
April 2026
Everyone in here talking about PAHs, this is usually for the smoked yerba mate varieties where the smoke drying process can leave PAH residues on the product. This product is from brazil, that almost exclusively uses an air drying process - so likely very little to no PAHs to worry about with this one. I would suggest drilling down with your AIs before posting the first thing up, because often they're wrong.
From GPT Pro: Green yerba mate tea, like its traditional counterpart, has been associated with certain health risks, particularly concerning cancer. However, these risks are primarily linked to specific consumption patterns and environmental factors.
Cancer Risk Factors:
High Consumption Levels: Regularly drinking large quantities of yerba mate (1 to 2 liters daily) over extended periods has been linked to an increased risk of various cancers, including those of the esophagus, mouth, lung, bladder, and stomach.
High Temperature Consumption: Drinking yerba mate at very hot temperatures (above 65°C or 149°F) may increase the risk of esophageal cancer. This is due to potential thermal injury to the esophageal mucosa, which can be exacerbated when combined with other risk factors like tobacco and alcohol use.
Presence of Carcinogenic Contaminants: Yerba mate leaves are often dried using smoke, leading to the presence of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), such as benzo[a]pyrene, which are known carcinogens. These contaminants may contribute to an increased risk of cancers, especially when consumed in large amounts.
Moderation and Safe Consumption:
Moderate consumption of yerba mate, such as one to two cups per day, is generally considered safe for most individuals. To minimize potential risks, it's advisable to:
Consume yerba mate at moderate temperatures.
Verywell Health
Limit intake to no more than 1 to 2 liters per day.
Mayo Clinic
Avoid combining yerba mate consumption with smoking or excessive alcohol intake.
Choose yerba mate products that are free from additives and contaminants.
Conclusion:
While green yerba mate tea offers various health benefits, it's essential to consume it in moderation and be mindful of preparation methods to mitigate potential health risks. If you have concerns or underlying health conditions, consulting with a healthcare provider is recommended before incorporating yerba mate into your daily routine.
[FR] C’est vraiment un excellent yerba mate, son goût est doux et vivifiant.
FANTASTIC! I'm part Uruguayan and this was amazing! Make sure to steep it at the proper temperature otherwise it'll be too bitter. Gives you a nice wake up but doesn't give you that anxious feeling I personally get with coffee.
Bernard Schroeder
November 2017
Yerba Mate has reputed and studied anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties, eg. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21656672). Mouth cancers attributed to consuming Yerba Mate are likely associated with constant scalding of the mouth from drinking it too hot (ie. use water between 70 and no more than 80 degrees Celsius when drinking with guampa and bombilla). Yerba mate grows wild as a shrub layer in the jungle or is grown on plantations. It is a hardy species of holly and is inherently organic since sprays are not required. The tea is harvested by pruning leaves and sections of twig, so the trees are long-lived, similar to the tea tree. Some Yerba Mate producers are being pressured to switch to soy bean production and cut down their trees. My family lived in Paraguay for a time and brought the tea along to Canada in the late 1950's and the shared drinking ritual has been part of family tradition throughout my life. Order some and enjoy!
Just Wondering If The Rain Forest Is Cut Down To Grow The Mate Or
June 2017
Are the trees cut down in order to grow the Mate?
I love the taste but read there is contraversy about thix tea causing cancer. Im now ordering a different flavour
Is there anh truth in this? Does it cause cancer
This stuff is good. Wakes you up without the jitters like coffee. Feel great all day
I think it’s important to share.
Before I begin, customer service has been excellent.
I questioned whether this tea can cause cancer and they have directly communicated with the supplier, their answer is as follows:
Analysis of PAHs are not mandatory in Herbals and fruit blends, and so it is not mandatory for Mate either. So our Mate is not analyzed on PAHs.
Please be aware that PAH does/can cause cancer and I think that this message is important to be passed on.
This website is fantastic and I love all their teas. Their quality is incomparable and I will be a customer for life but will not be purchasing anymore Yerba mate.
