Chemistry and safety of South American yerba mate teas / Candela Iommi.
2021
TX560.M35
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Title
Chemistry and safety of South American yerba mate teas / Candela Iommi.
Author
Iommi, Candela.
ISBN
9783030696146 (electronic bk.)
3030696146 (electronic bk.)
9783030696153 (print)
3030696154
3030696138
9783030696139
3030696146 (electronic bk.)
9783030696153 (print)
3030696154
3030696138
9783030696139
Publication Details
Cham : Springer, 2021.
Language
English
Description
1 online resource
Item Number
10.1007/978-3-030-69614-6 doi
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TX560.M35
Dewey Decimal Classification
663/.96
Summary
This book explores the traditional use of Ilex paraguariensis, a plant that is widely distributed in South America. Thanks to its purported properties, it has been used for centuries in the form of teas with a variety of names, including: yerba mate (Argentina), chimarrao (Brazil), and others. Ilex paraguariensis and its teas (also referred to as mate teas) are well known because of their alleged pharmacological effects in numerous common conditions, including obesity, osteoporosis, constipation, arthritis, and hypertension. These effects are generally ascribed to yerba mate teas because the botanical species contains bioactive and stimulating substances like caffeine (originally dubbed mateine), various alkaloids, and several phenolic acids. Interestingly, the chemical profiles of these teas can fluctuate over time, creating serious production problems. As a result, it is difficult to reliably determine their safety and health effects on humans. In response to the global interest in these products, this book offers a reference guide to yerba mate/chimarrao teas. It analyzes their chemical profiles, discusses their bioactive features, and addresses their safety and health effects. In addition, since the cultural heritage of yerba mate has greatly contributed to its international success, the book also provides information on its historical legacy, regulatory aspects, and the global market.
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SpringerBriefs in molecular science. Chemistry of foods.
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Table of Contents
Yerba Mate Tea, A Traditional South American Beverage
Botanic Features of Ilex paraguariensis
Chemical Profiles of Yerba Mate Infusions across South American Countries
Bioactive Features of Yerba Mate Infusions
Safety and Health Effects Ascribed to Yerba Mate Consumption
Yerba Mate in Different Countries, Historical Legacy, and Similar Preparations
Regulatory Aspects concerning Yerba Mate Tea
Yerba Mate, the Global Commerce, and Possible Adulteration
The Current Situation and New Perspectives.
Botanic Features of Ilex paraguariensis
Chemical Profiles of Yerba Mate Infusions across South American Countries
Bioactive Features of Yerba Mate Infusions
Safety and Health Effects Ascribed to Yerba Mate Consumption
Yerba Mate in Different Countries, Historical Legacy, and Similar Preparations
Regulatory Aspects concerning Yerba Mate Tea
Yerba Mate, the Global Commerce, and Possible Adulteration
The Current Situation and New Perspectives.