Increased Energy
"I
wake up at 4:30 every morning and drink two cups of Yerba
Mate before my very aggressive work out. Nativa seems
to keep me going the entire time. No jitters afterwards...
it's great."
Michael Williams
Grand Island, Nebraska
"I drink Nativa Yerba
Mate every morning. It gives me a energy boost and it makes
me feel great throughout the day. I love Nativa Yerba Mate!!"
Tommy Phelps
Lavergne, Tennessee
"Yerba Mate is my 'Morning
Wake Up'Daily. I feel energized without the 'Jitters'. My
immune system seems to be enhanced with Yerba Mate as I don't
get frequent sinus problems anymore. I love the taste of Yerba
Mate with a little honey. I look forward to my Yerba Mate
Tea every morning."
Nancy Smith
Visalia, California
"I love the little boost
I get in the afternoon from Nativa's yerba mate. I couldn't
do without it."
Wayne Owens
Helotes, Texas
"My son introduced me to Nativa
Yerba Mate a little over 2 years ago and I have been drinking
it every morning since then. I get a "fresher" perk me up feeling
than I do with coffee. I also enjoy it brewed with chai and iced.
Thank you for an honest product."
Karen Curry
Sparrowbush, New York
"I find the product very satisfying.
It truly does give you a boost of energy and everything else the
site claims. I'm very satisfied with the product."
Jason Zimmerman
Elizabethville, Pennsylvania
"I drink one
cup of Yerba Mate each morning to increase my energy level in the
mornings and to help carry me over to my lunch hour!"
Rebecca Reynolds
Dallas, Texas
"A friend at work mentioned the tea Yerba Mate. So we began "The Great Yerba Mate World Search" via the internet a month ago. I was lucky and found your website first. Nativa Yerba Mate Tea is simply the best. Thanks!"
Dave McLean
Fire Protection Designer
Eagle River, Alaska
"I have never felt the necessity to 'rave' about something before.. but yerba mate has made me a happier and more energetic person. I really can tell a difference."
Katie Moore
Texas A and M University
College Station, Texas
"When i drink Coffee, tea, or a normal (blah) energy drink, I am energized for an hour or two, then I start having the jitters. I get very anxious and nervous until it's out of my system. Since I've started drinking Yerba Mate, though it's been different, I'll drink a gourd full and be very energized but I won't get the stress or anxiety that I get with everything else.
I am more focused, and have energy to do everything that i need to during the day. I will be drinking Yerba Mate for a long time to come"
Devin Sunderland
Audio technician
Myrtle Creek, Oregon
"I have never felt the necessity to 'rave' about something before.. but yerba mate has made me a happier and more energetic person. I really can tell a difference."
Katie Moore
Texas A and M University
College Station, Texas
"I'm not a morning person, and I've never liked coffee, so before Nativa I was usually grumpy and out of it in the morning.
Now, if I have to get up early, I drink a few glasses of iced yerba mate and I'm ready to go. No sleepiness, no fatigue, I just feel alert and uplifted.
For the ultimate energy burst, drink Nativa out of a gourd. Hard to get used to, but you get so much energy you don't know what to do with yourself!"
John Rogers
Woodlands, Texas
"I was never big on morning coffee to begin with, but since discovering Nativa Yerba Mate tea, I have found a great energy drink. Yerba Mate gives me an even keeled blast of energy, not a jittery feeling produced by regular coffee. I drink it every morning! Since drinking Yerba Mate everyday, my immune system is stronger, with less wintertime colds."
Trish
Buffalo, New York
"Not only is Nativa Yerba Mate a great drink throughout the work day, it keeps energy levels up and keeps the system in top shape. This tea has become a staple to my every day activity."
William Green
Shelton, Connecticut
"My energy levels have increased noticeably...I'm a student & in spite of late nights spent studying, my cup of yerba mate gives me the energy-boost to face a new day!"
Sunita Pagedar
Buffalo, New York
"I find that I am less prone to have lulls in the day. On a more even energy level."
Ann Schatzle
Dallas, Texas
"Great energy source. Great in the morning"
Marcos Ariaz
Lubbock, Texas
"It makes me feel mellow and energized. It is a very enjoyable beverage and I drink at least 6-8 cups a day. I like to add some coconut oil and Stevia to my Yerba Mate--very healthy & tasty that way.
Sometimes I add spices like cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice & coconut milk. I love Nativa Yerba Mate."
Louise Javra
Lombard, Illinois
"I have MS and was taking ginseng for fatigue. I have switched to Mate (in the french press-mate style is a bit too strong) several times a day and am able to maintain a good energy level throughout the day."
Linda Merchant
Evanston, Illinois
"It provides a boost in the morning without the coffee crash (and jitters and sweat). But mainly I drink it for the inherent nutritional benefits."
Todd Pubanz
Shawano, Wisconsin
"Before drinking Nativa Yerba Mate, I was chronically tired, even drinking 2-3 large cups (about 60 oz.) of coffee each day. What a change with the yerba! Awake before the alarm goes off, sleeping much better, and no post-lunch slump. Very even high energy level, and better stress tolerance. This was the best health decision I've made this year."
Cynthia Holley
Corporate Real Estate
Lafayette, Colorado
"What a smooth full robust flavour-it gives me a flow of sustained energy all through the day- THANKS-NATIVA!"
Manfred Gerlach
Pickering, Ontario, Canada
"I have more energy, and I can notice a difference if I do not drink some every day."
Kathryn Cressy
Cook, Minnesota
"I drink Yerba Mate every morning. It is my way of waking up and greeting the day. It gives me an energy that is not a 'hyped up' feeling but rather a natural energy that comes from a healthy lifestyle."
Nancy Smith
Registered Nurse
Reno, Nevada
"Yerba Mate increases my energy level and remains for hours then tapers off.Coffee also increased my energy, but it made me feel jittery and a bit nervous if I had more than one cup. Yerba does not keep me awake at night if I consume it as does coffee."
Karl Johnson, Chiropractor
Chiropractic Wellness Center of Macomb
Clinton Township, Michigan
"I bought mate' purely on the recommendations I read on the Nativa web site.
Now I drink it pretty much daily and have introduced it to dozens of friends. My favorite is to make a big pitcher of iced mate'!"
Kim Forrette
Social Services Worker
Wilmington, Delaware
"I notice that yerba gives me more of a boost in the morning than coffee does. The increase in energy seems to last longer, and there is no comedown as with coffee."
Scott Cranmer
Artist
Audubon, New Jersey
"There is nothing that complements a healthy workout routine than juicing up with Nativa yerba mate. This stuff is so good for you."
Ben Lyman
Project Manager - Telecommunications
"I was an avid coffee drinker for many years, with my favorite drink being a triple shot latte. However, I found myself often completely losing energy midway through the afternoon. In fact the only way I could recuperate would be to drag myself to a discrete area of the office and grab a 15 minute catnap on the floor! My sister had heard of Yerba Mate from a local health food store and mentioned to me that it was regarded as a coffee substitute. I immediately went on a mission to track down this exotic herb. Wanting to know more about my new found green leafed ally, I did an Internet search which produced several information sites some of which also offered Yerba Mate. I ordered from several companies for comparison, and found Nativa to be the best in both quality and service. The taste of the natural green tea (unsmoked) was much better suited to my palette, the loose tea was well priced, the delivery was prompt and accurate. And to cap off my testimonial .... I haven't needed a nap since!"
Aidan C. Gordon
General Manager
Gordon Crane & Hoist
"My wife and I quit coffee and replaced it with Nativa yerba mate. We will not be going back to coffee. We feel better, have more energy, and have no headaches since we have been drinking yerba mate every morning. We like the fact that we can drink it in the evening and still sleep like a baby. Thanks for making it available."
Roy Groves
School Bus Driver
Plano, Texas
"Nativa has grown to be one of the mainstays of my day! I love the way it makes me feel. I feel energized in a healthy, not 'rushy' sort of way. I sleep better. I use it for an afternoon pick me up that last throughout the important parts of my day- evening. I like to greet my husband with energy and enthusiasm. Nativa gives me all of this. I flavor it with the Amaretto creamer and it has become my favorite 'comfort' beverage, like hot chocolate used to be. (Though Mate has vitamins instead of sugar and calories!) I gave some to a Mexican friend of mine (he does not speak English) His daughter told me that he raised his hands high above his head in triumphant jubilation for the energy and strength he felt. I am glad I was able to introduce him to it because he is a manual laborer and an older fellow. He LOVES it."
Brenda Cason
Homemaker
Palestine, Texas
"I read about the plant in an article in Men's Fitness magazine. I am quite active in cycling and running, and was tired of the negative effects when drinking coffee. I decided just recently to give Nativa yerba mate a try. WOW, it was just as the article explained, increased vigor and better recovery. I prepare it with distilled water in a French Press and add a touch of honey."
Dave Drabic
Teacher
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
"I first bought Nativa yerba mate after hearing a story about it on NPR radio last year. Since caffeine has a very strong effect on my wife it seemed like it would be worthwhile to try it as an alternative to coffee. I also looked up as much information as I could on the WWW and found more about it's reputed positive health effects. Well, I ordered a kilo and two bombillas. We tried drinking it the traditional way through the bombillas, but have found that we prefer to brew it like coffee in a drip coffee maker. We haven't bought a can of coffee since we first tried it this way. The first thing I do every morning is put on a pot of Nativa. We love the flavor and find that it gives us both a subtly increased energy level, without the nervousness or other negative effects of caffeine."
Michael Casey
Engineer
Fallbrook, California
"Since switching to Nativa yerba mate from coffee I've become a bit of a preacher. I brew the tea for my fellow workers who enjoy my efforts and look forward to each offering. One person now lives for Yerba Mate as a morning stimulant. He also uses the tea when hiking in the mountains, and has got his friends going on it. He told me the first time they all hiked up a local mountain after drinking Yerba Mate there were no stops and they literally flew up the slopes. He says the reduction of lactic acid in his muscles increases his
pleasure during physical excercise"
Alfred Schock
Waiter
Boulder, Colorado
"I started drinking Nativa yerba mate after a friend recommended it to me. I had been complaining of lack of energy and stamina since my head injury last year. Once I started drinking it, my energy level increased beyond my expectations and I am now able to catch up on all my backlogged projects around the house. I have been singing the praises of yerba mate ever since my transformation. Thanks to all at Nativa for providing this tea at a reasonable cost."
Glenn Podhola
Management Analyst, US Dept of Defense
Carleton, Michigan
"I enjoy a nice cup of tea almost every morning. It gives me energy and helps wake me up, without the caffeine coffee has. This company has always delivered the tea promptly whenever I order."
Joe Kenyon
Financial Consultant
Creston, Iowa
"I have been drinking Nativa yerba mate tea for over a year now. I originally started drinking Yerba Mate as an alternative to coffee. Mate has very little caffeine, yet the energy level is so good that my wife can't drink it after 9 PM. It is not like other teas; it has a full-bodied flavor and a wonderful aroma. I take my Mate and a tea ball to work with me every day and many of my friends have also enjoyed some 'Mate for their Body'."
Gary Woodruff
Television Editor
Metuchen, New Jersey
"Recently my son returned from a missions trip to South America. He gave me a mate gourd and a bombilla as a gift, telling me how everyone drinks it down there. I researched yerba mate on the net and liked what I was reading about yerba mate. I have been ordering yerba mate from Nativa and have been drinking it daily for over two months. I enjoy it in the morning as it really gives me energy for the rest of the day. It's great after work and on weekends too! Some of my friends give me a strange look, but that's OK because if they knew about yerba mate they would be drinking it too."
Douglas Cook
Traffic Maintenance Supervisor
Johnstown, Ohio
"Nativa yerba mate is by far the most significant recent addition to my lifestyle. I will surely consume it for life.
Between work, school, and play my mind and body utilize every ounce of energy that exists within me. Operating on about five or six hours of sleep a day, yerba mate enables me to sustain this overloaded lifestyle both physically and mentally. In fact, my energy levels exceed and are more positive than most people know."
Ryan Gerardi
Computer Information Systems
Chicago, Illinois
"In terms of health, after my three hour workout (5 days) weekly, I find that Nativa yerba mate gives me a 'lift', which unlike coffee, is mellow. Yerba mate does not have a 'down side' after drinking either, which coffee does. Nativa is a nice drink. It has a nice taste and gives me a good lift.
Al Potter
Retired Histology Technician
Moses Lake, Washington
"Yerba mate is a much better stimulant than coffee. Instead of the sharp 'ups and downs' of a cup of coffee, yerba mate gives me a steady, more prolonged and even energy boost without making me jittery."
Bill Salter
Systems Manager
Richmond, Virginia
"I drink Nativa every day and have more energy and less stress because of it."
Sharon Markham
Homemaker
Alexandria, Virginia
"I was introduced to yerba mate while living in Argentina for several years, and was 'steeped' in the tradition. I had many opportunities to share it an especially enjoyed it while 'charlando' with friends around an asado. As I continued my degree I worked full-time on the night shift and found that it helped as a great pick-me-up when I studied. I searched unsuccessfully for a store from which to purchase yerba mate and bombillas and finding Nativa yerba mate and convenient on-line ordering was great!"
Norm Cooper
Chemical Services Manager
Vancouver, Washington
Improved Mood
"I
couldn't believe it. After 3 days I wasn't exhausted when I
came home from work, I have started eating better because I am
not so tired, and my outlook on life has improved and I am actually
starting to do things after work and days off besides sitting
feeling so worn out. My sister-in-law came to visit from Argentina
and she let me taste her tea and then I went on your website to
read about mate..So I tried it -How good I feel...Thanks"
Sherry Carricato
Mead, Colorado
"My
husband drink Nativa Yerba Mate every single morning. Whan we
go to bed at night, I'm thinking about how nice it will be to
wake up and enjoy a cup of Yerba Mate. It's a great way to
start the day, and gives alertness and energy to begin a day's
work. We've told many of our friends about it."
Konnie Kleppe
Kalamazoo, Michigan
"In
our business we have a coffee maker for coffee and one dedicated
to Nativa Mate. The mate pot is brewed a couple of times a day
giving everyone a satisfying beverage to energize us thoughout
the day. Nativa Yerba Mate keeps us happily producing our graphics
day in and day out."
Wes Shinn
Portland, Oregon
"Nativa
Yerba Mate has lived up to its claims in every respect for
me. My work requires a great deal of schedule flexibilty,
so I try to take advantage of the various preparation methods.
Sometimes I can make a pot with the coffee maker at work;
sometimes I carry my Thermos. My favorite way is to drink
directly from the mate', which I can usually do on weekends.
I have introduced a number of friends to your products,
generally to rave reviews. A former boss of mine has
lost over 75 lbs. in a year, which he credits, in large
part, to his daily consumption of yerba mate'. The most
satisying benefit for me is the overall sense of well-being
that I notice from drinking yerba mate'. I particularly
enjoy the slow, subtle way in which that sensation affects
my spirit in very positive ways. "
Patrick White
Akron, Ohio
"I have
been drinking Nativa Yerba Mate for 5 years and it has become
a regular part of every day due to the extra energy, enhanced
mood, and great taste it provides me. Nativa Yerba Mate is
my brand!"
Bryan Mahoney
New York, New York
"Nativa Yerba
Mate has been an integral part of my life for over three years.
For me, it enhances physical, mental and emotional vitality.
Although it is best enjoyed on a calm Sunday morning, it can
also help get you through long, stressful days at work. As an
avid Mate drinker I've tried many different brands, but Nativa
is definitely the best in flavor and quality."
Jesse Cushman
Los Angeles, California
"I first tried
mate with one of my friends before playing a gig, because he told
me that after a few cups I would be able to get on stage feeling
like a million bucks, and it worked. I couldn't find the store
where he said he bought it, so I decided to just look it up online
which is how I stumbled upon Nativa. Ever since my gourd, bombilla,
and 2 lbs of mate arrived I've been drinking a gourd refilled
7-10 times a day and have felt wonderful. My outlook is more positive,
I have more energy, and these positive vibes have been rubbing
off on my personal life at school. Mate has become my drink
of choice over coffee now, and has also helped me to make new
friends, and tighten up old friendships, just because everyone
wants to know what that bong-looking thing i take to class is."
Andrew Siegmund
Music Student
Succasunna, New Jersey
"I
drink 1-3 six cup pots of Nativa every day. I brew 1
tbsp per cup. When I drink Nativa I noticed I become
more relaxed and just generally feel better. My brothers
also swear by yerba mate and we call it nature's antidepressant.
I have to take medication so I brought yerba mate
info to my doctor, and he thought drinking it would
be good for me, not a problem with my medication. I've
always had a problem with depression but when I drink
Nativa I just feel more mellow and calm. It's a
great way to unwind after any stressful activity. I've
tried almost 10 different brands of yerba mate and Nativa
is the absolute best. The taste is richer and fuller,
and Nativa is one of the only brands that doesn't include
stems. I've bought 2 pound bags of other brands and
it seems that 20 percent of it is just stems. No thank
you, only Nativa for me!
Brian Calahan
Nursing Assistant
Waterville, Maine
"I
was introduced to Yerba mate this afternoon. I am totally
amazed at how good I feel.
The experience is one of being grounded, balanced and
energized. There is a lightness and deep calm at the same
time. My mind is totally energized with a sense of heightened
awareness.
After reading about it in this web site, for the first
time since I went through menopause, I am hopeful that
I will be successful losing the weight that seems so beyond
my control after the age of 50. I am very grateful and
pray that we are not over-harvesting the South American
forests to provide us with such a phenominal product."
Aura Wright
"Drinking
Yerba Mate always brings a smile to my face. Not only
does it bring a boost of energy, it somehow increases my
sense of optimism. In fact, sometimes after having had
a cup or two I spontaneously burst into song! It's much
better than coffee as a stimulant, though the smell of either
one brewing is sheer bliss. One day I experimented by putting
Mate into my espresso maker--the greenish-brown liquid it
made packed more of a jolt than a wall outlet! I felt sure
I could fly. Great stuff!"
Brian Calahan
Nursing Assistant
Waterville, Maine
"I drank
3 to 4 cups of coffee a day. It made me irritable and jittery.
When drinking coffee my stomach was uncomfortable. I enjoyed
the flavor but could not tolerate the way it made me feel.
One of my co-workers introduced me to what I call the elixir.
The flavor was extremely unique but I enjoy it a lot. The
stronger brew the better. I drink a "gourd" a day.
I find my stomach is relaxed, I feel stimulated with out the
jitters. I noticed I get my best work done while drinking
Mate. I'm happier when drinking the tea. I love the history,
the ritual, the taste, the clean mental clarity and the way
it settles my stomach. Yerba Mate makes me happy."
Gerald Beyer
Aberdeen, New Jersey
"I have heard
of Yerba Mate, and a friend introduced me to it. I have been
hooked since. The entire process of preparing the drink to the
effects of the yerba is relaxing and soothing. It seems
almost spiritual as I'm sure the Guarani originally viewed it."
Eric Soto
La Mirada, California
"You would
love to use us in advertising. I brought a sample of yerba mate
home from a natural foods show and shared it with my 17 yr old
son. He researched the product and came up with your company on
the Internet. He read about you and felt it was the best value
and we placed our first order in March, 2004. We both drink it
daily and have purchased at least 6 pounds from you since March.
Paul used the gourd and the silver straw thing.....I just steep
it in a cup. We both truly feel it gives us positive energy
and we know we are doing great things for our bodies."
Susan Neuenschwander
Fargo, North Dakota
"I
feel invigorated and in a better overall mood when I drink Nativa
Yerba Mate. I have stopped drinking coffee and only drink
the tea throughout the day - it doesn't make my stomach hurt
like coffee did."
Roxanna May
Des Moines, Iowa
"I'm a recovering
drug addict with a history of psychotic breakdowns, and it's very
important that I no longer introduce my brain to harmful chemicals.
I heard about Mate and all of it's qualities so I gave it a try.
All I have to say is, WOW. I'm currently on anti-depressants,
but I can still fall into "slumps"; not when I drink my
mate though. My mood has been uplifted constantly ever since
I tried this amazing drink. I'm on 2 different prescription medications,
and I have had no adverse side affects or interference. Most
importantly, my thinking process and mind state is not abnormal
when I drink it, and I drink a lot of it! Overall, I just feel great.
Yerba mate truly is the greatest drink there is; thank you for providing
such a good product."
John Rogers
Musician/Student
State of Washington
Woodlands, Texas
"My
first taste of yerba mate convinced me that I had found THE drink
for me. I immediately had a sense of well being which I thought
was just a 'settled' stomach. But the more I drank yerba mate the
more benefit I realized. It's outstanding."
Kathy Whisler
Program Manager
State of Washington
Tacoma, Washington
"I have more energy and a good overall feeling."
James Davis
Seattle, Washington
"I
have been delighted with improved mood ever since I was introduced
to Nativa yerba mate by my brother Eric Johnson. I was consuming
some coffee (one cup a morning with my wife) for some time. My brother
sent me a kilo of the Yerba Mate to try last Christmas and I
have noticed (and so has my wife) that my mood is elevated as a
result."
Karl Johnson, Chiropractor
Chiropractic Wellness Center of Macomb
Clinton Township, Michigan
"This
tea is the best! It helps me feel my best! I am in a better
mood and sleep better and am much more active!"
Gina Renteria
Food Service
Ruebens, Idaho
"Each
day with Nativa yerba mate is an experience in a heightened sense
of well-being. I enjoy the unique flavor of each swallow and
tend to drink it all day. The price is also to be applauded. Just
as much, I feel wonderful about supporting a business that supports
a timeless native tradition, and in a most environmentally sound
way at that. Thank you all you good people at Nativa! You have a
lifelong customer in me."
Sophie Wade
Artist
Weaverville, North Carolina
"Well
I can say all kinds of positive things about Yerba Mate, but to
sum it up, it just makes me feel good. I mean really good."
Jason Balogh
Sales
Saratoga
"Every
morning, every evening, every day my household sings praises to
the yerba mate goddess! The rich green goodness of this fine brew
brightens my mood and sharpens my senses. Mate makes me dance!!!
Your fine mate is less bitter, richer, and less expensive than
all of the other yerba mate I have tried."
Meg Arraj
Student
Leverett, Massachusetts
"Coffee
had a firm hold on my every day routine, my mood, and eventually
even my wallet. However, I have discovered yerba mate to provide
a higher quality energy boost. Coffee left a sour taste in my mouth,
my stomach churning in protest, and my brain buzzing with chaotic
noise. A hot cup of Nativa leaves a fresh finish on my
palate, my stomach satisfied, and a clear (tranquil, even!) calm
alertness far different from the crazed buzz of coffee."
Meg Arraj
Student
Leverett, Massachusetts
"Nativa
yerba mate makes me smile. It truly puts me in a good mood after
I drink it. I drink it in the morning and the afternoon, and I stay
in good spirits all day. My wife calls it my 'happy tea'. If
I'm in a bad mood, she makes me drink some yerba mate!"
Bill Salter
Systems Manager
Richmond, Virginia
"For
me, yerba mate is a daily reminder of time spent in the countryside
of Argentina. I was first passed a gourd of yerba mate in a barn
of horses in Argentina and was immediately hooked. Beyond the ritual
of drinking, the yerba mate perked me up and made me feel good.
Back home in the US, I searched for yerba mate and could not find
it until I discovered Nativa yerba mate. Now I begin each day
and end each afternoon drinking high quality yerba mate.
Yerba mate is a part of Argentine culture and has been brought to the States via Argentine polo payers and grooms. They pass the gourd around the barn every day. This is what got me into enjoying the culture and the health benefits of it."
Brian Cleveland
Interactive Producer
Brooklyn, New York
"My
boyfriend drank Nativa out of a mug then his brother gave him one
of your gourds and 'wow'....we began drinking it every morning and
night. I immediately noticed Nativa's great effects and no other
yerba compares. Since I have told all of my coworkers and friends
constantly scribbling your web address on sheets of paper and nagging
them to order the starter kit. My coworker's whole family has now
started reaping Nativa's glorious benefits! Thanks!"
Christie
Library Assistant
Cary, North Carolina
Replaced Coffee
"Yerba Mate
has helped me shake the coffee adiction entirely and I only drink
a cup or two all day. Thanks!"
Nathan Czubaj
Seattle, Washington
"I have my
whole family drinking Yerba Mate in the mornings as a safe alternative
to coffee. That is unless we are settling down for a Mate Latte.
:-) mmm!"
Glenn Nelson
Sharpsburg, Maryland
"I switched
"cold turkey" from 4-6 cups of organic coffee a day
to 4-6 yerba cups. It got rid of mutiple problems caused by coffee
including but not limited to; jitters, trouble sleeping and heartburn.
All for a fraction of the price of organic coffee. I always found
Nativa yerba to be of premium quality. We order 6 x 2 lbs bulk
(price and shipment is convenient) since my wife and I drink Yerba
daily and we use about a bag per month. I love the press/filter
mug since I throw my yerba and hot water in a thermos for a day
supply at work and don't have to worry about filtering."
Martin Glaude
McKinney, Texas
"I had a breast
cancer scare in 2001 and my physician recommended that I quit
drinking coffee. I tried but the headaches were unbearable. I
heard that Yerba Mate was an alternative source and you could
transition from coffee without any side effects. In fact, I read
a testimonial from Paul Roeller in Los Osos, California. It just
so happened that I knew his wife and called them to hear more.
Your product is the best I've tried and I will never be without
it."
Rosellen DeSimone
Dana Point, California
"I literally
fell in love with this product. I went from a heavy coffee drinker
to a Yerba Mate drinker overnight. Now I have more energy and
mental clarity without all of the side effects of coffee. Great
product!"
Gregory Little
Lodi, New Jersey
"Yerba Mate
has become a vital part of my diet. I initially starting drinking
Yerba Mate as a coffee substitute. With Yerba Mate I don't have
to worry about my stomach doing flip flops after I drink it. It
gives me a subtle boost when I need a lift, and the the taste
is refreshing and clean. I love Nativa Yerba Mate."
Melvonia Green
New York, New York
"I started
using Nativa Yerba Mate as a replacement for the "caffeine
buzz" and subsequent letdown. I find it gives me the energy
boost without the letdown. The taste is the best I've found. The
service and quality is just the icing on the cake."
Janiece Rosenbloom
Chattanooga, Tennessee
"I love your
product, how I get it and that it has made such a difference to
my quality of life. I have MS and since caffeine aggravates my
condition I had to stop drinking coffee. Mate has been a wonderful
reasonably priced alternative to coffee. Each day I have a few
cups from the french press that used to make my coffee. I don't
miss it and enjoy the easy natural stimulant that Yerba Mate is
over coffee."
Linda Merchant
Evanston, Illinois
"I have been
looking to substitute coffee for a long time now and I feel yerba
mate is the best drink available today. Additionally, it keeps
me energetic all day."
Bill Smith
Finance Director
Tampa, Florida
"Yerba mate helped
me quit my coffee addiction without any withdrawal symptoms.
My body feels cleaner inside no that I'm drinking yerba mate instead of coffee."
John Borecki
Wilmington, Delaware
"I immediately
got off of coffee after the first cup of Nativa
Yerba Mate. I love this tea! Thank you!"
Kathy Johnson
Wauconda, Washington
"I thought I might
miss coffee - I don't. I can't even drink a cup of coffee anymore."
Victor Fiore
Branchville, New Jersey
"By adding Nativa
Yerba Mate to my lifestyle, I was able to give up coffee
without any ill side effects. As such, I am less nervous,
my energy is up, and I feel better overall."
Leslie Chadwick
San Diego, California
"It's another alternative
for a non-coffee drinker, such as myself. Thank you so
very much! I love Nativa Yerba Mate!!!"
Mary Jupio
"It's like coffee. It
wakes me up."
Eric Holmes
Austell, Georgia
"I have been a
two-cup double espresso drinker for 13 years, $6 a day, and
tired of being drawn into the mainstream addiction I saw everywhere.
Even a Starbuck's in Target now!! I've always loved Mate, but
never considered the switch until I realized that I was careful
about everything I put into my mouth, but ignored my coffee
habit!! Overnight, I made the switch and never looked back.
I don't even crave coffee...no headaches, no withdrawal symptoms,
nothing!! Now, I don't even like the smell of coffee and
it's only been 1 month!! I am so GRATEFUL and my body thanks
you too!!!! Best of all, we're supporting the rainforest, not
hurting it!!"
Tamara Kerner
Owner, The Kama Sutra Kitchen
Boulder, Colorado
"I
wasn't addicted to coffee, but diet soda and artificial sweeteners.
I knew all of the horrors of aspartame (etc.), but I was so addicted
I really couldn't quit. Then, after hearing so much ranting
and raving from my brother, I tried mate. Finally! I've always loved
tea - probably more so than soda- and yerba mate became the perfect
replacement for me. I no longer consume artificial sodas, and
best of all, I dont miss them! This is only one of the many
positives I've had with this drink. Skeptics should remember, there's
a reason why yerba mate has been used for years in South America;
it's wonderful, healthy, and it works wonders."
John Rogers
Musician/Student
Woodlands, Texas
"I recently began
drinking Yerba Mate and it slowly replaced my coffee. Now I drink
it all day long at work. Tastes great and I feel great!"
Lou Jordan
"I
went from over two cups of coffee a day to yerba mate overnight.
No ill effects, no headaches, no withdrawal symptoms. I brew
it in the coffee maker and take it on the road each morning."
Alan Patrick
Buyer
White Salmon, Washington
"About a year ago I just more or less lost my taste for coffee. I had
been a heavy coffee drinker (8 to 10 cups per day) for many years. For a variety of reasons I
began to suspect that it might be detrimental for my health to consume this amount of coffee.
I began to drink Yerba Mate and have been pleasantly surprised.
I enjoy the taste, and it does seem to provide some stimulant
effect. I have purchased some for my 78-year-old mother & she
too enjoys it regularly. I find it to be an excellent product
& I feel healthier since I have begun to use it."
David School
Ottowa, Illinois
"Unable
to drink coffee anymore, pleased to find a substitute even better."
Steve Norris
Pilot
Show Low, Arizona
"As
a hard-core coffee drinker, I wasn't sure I could break the habit.
Nativa Yerba Mate was the ideal replacement. The rich and smoky
taste is satisfying like coffee, and unlike regular tea, it
is not astringent--doesn't dry out my throat and make me thirsty.
Now off the coffee, I don't have the caffeine highs and lows--much
more even energy and mood levels throughout the day, and a very
positive impact on my digestion system."
Cynthia Holley
Corporate Real Estate
Lafayette, Colorado
"I
have been trying to quit drinking coffee for over a decade. Even
when I could quit temporarily, I still "needed" to drink decaffeinated
coffee. I was really frustrated how this addiction was impacting
every single day of my life. One day a bought some Yerba Mate
because I had heard it was good for you. The next day I drank
a cup of mate instead of my usually cup of coffee. I felt great
and didn't experience any caffeine withdrawals from ceasing coffee.
However my biggest surprise came later in the day when I thought
I would have a cup of coffee. After my first sip, I had to spit
it out! It tasted horrible! A battle with coffee that lasted
a decade was won after that first cup of mate. I have not craved
coffee since. It is a total miracle. Thank you."
Jennifer Quinn
Vancouver, Washington
"I
started drinking Yerba Mate to break me of the coffee habit. I
am happy to say I was able to quit coffee cold turkey by substituting
the coffee with yerba mate. I suffered no caffeine withdrawals.
I have had increased energy. I drink Nativa yerba mate on a daily
basis."
Michael Wheeler
Taylor, Michigan
"I love your product. I have stopped drinking coffee and this is a great
alternative. It gets me going in the morning."
Jolie Ceo
Los Angeles, California
"From
the first astounding sip of Nativa I no longer needed coffee. I
was a hard-core coffee drinker and it was making me sick - stomach
pain, restless nights, irritable. I knew I needed to quit. With
Nativa as a substitute, I had NO headaches or withdrawal symptoms.
After a few weeks of drinking it, my stomach feels much better,
I am thinking more clearly, I feel much less stressed and just feel
so much healthier and happier in general. Nativa is a great
health kick product. IT REALLY WORKS. THANK YOU!"
Gail Hovanec
3D Artist / Graphic Artist
Hovanec Designs Studio
White Oak, Pennsylvania
"I
have reduced my coffee consumption from several cups of strong
espresso each day to a cup now and then - no more than two per
week. I no longer feel the need to drink coffee since yerba
mate makes me feel good and I no longer need a caffeine buzz."
Kathy Whisler
Program Manager
State of Washington
Tacoma, Washington
"I
replaced coffee every morning to yerba mate every morning. I get
a great boost to start my day. I love it & will continue to
drink it for health, energy, & a great life."
Nancy Smith
Registered Nurse
Reno, Nevada
"I
was looking for a herbal drink to replace coffee and was pleased
to see that yerba had been an appetite suppressant for some people.
I used to suffer from a lot of headaches which appear to have
vastly reduced, I also sleep much much better that I used to.
I generally feel better on yerba. I have also tried a couple of
other brands and fine Nativa not bitter at all and lacking in
stalks."
Julie Ashman
Housewife
Southampton, United Kingdom
"For
many years I have enjoyed the aromatic and companionable coffee
tradition. But the acid aftereffects, the jittery, quivering
nervous fingers, and the roller-coaster of hyperactivity and
drowsiness became just too much for a guy who needs consistent
alertness, a good natured demeanor and steady sketching hands.
An old friend suggested Nativa yerba mate. The "cold turkey"
transition was not only painless but consistently invigorating.
I haven't had a sick day since.
It has become second nature for me to carry a couple of tea bags in my travels. Wherever there are friendly people and coffee, there is hot water."
Michael O'Keefe
Fire District Cartographer
Mountain Ranch, California
"A year ago I received a Mate Gourd and a Bombilla for a birthday gift. I was already drinking different types of loose teas, but I still was drinking coffee in the mornings since tea would upset my stomach. Looking for an alternative to coffee, a friend of mine told me about Yerba Mate. I ordered a pound an was immediately hooked. I can drink Yerba Mate all day without getting the caffeine jitters or an upset stomach. My doctor is also thrilled that I have found a way to cut down on the amount of caffeine I consume.
I have ordered Yerba Mate from other companies but have found
Nativa yerba mate has the best quality tea. The others were
more expensive and also had a lot of large pieces of stem in there
product. I can't start my day without Nativa yerba mate. I ordered
another bombilla to keep at work and I will be ordering another
one to bring over to friends house so I will never be without
my Nativa yerba mate."
Laura Clayson
Charlotte, North Carolina
"Delicious flavor and a smooth and pleasant buzz. Easy on my stomach, unlike coffee!"
Michelle Erbs
Visual Merchandising
Napa, California
"Nativa
sustains me, mate is high in antioxidants, so not only is it a wonderful
energizer but healthful too. And no funky mood swings!"
Nicole Inglish
Yoga instructor and body worker
Shakti's Yoga Shala
Santa Barbara, California
"My
work colleague submitted your web site to me about 2 weeks ago
urging me to try this new tea. She raved on and on about it and
I actually bought some yesterday. Now, I am a confirmed chocoholic,
foodaholic, wineaholic, and any other "holic" you care
to mention. I started my new job in August and had taken to drinking
cappuccinos each and every morning and I admit to feeling very
jittery when I didn't get my "fix". No matter the caffeine
freaking me out, the milk cramping my already volatile IBS I just
had to have it, along with a sugar fix.
Now it's only been 2 days since I tried Nativa and I must say it's
so refreshing. This morning I made a cup and on the way to work
I actually walked PAST the cappuccino bar and it's now 3:15 PM and
I just had another cup of mate about half an hour ago and haven't
felt the need to cram all sorts of carbohydrates and sugar!! That
is SO not like me."
Jackie
Administrator
London, United Kingdom
"I
went from 6+ cups of coffee a day to none overnight. Now I just
drink three or four glasses of Nativa yerba mate a day."
Stephen Willis
Kansas City, Missouri
"I
discovered yerba mate when I lived in Argentina. I find a large
cup every morning refreshing and delicious, with its smoky, caramel
flavor. Whatever caffeine mate contains, it doesn't produce any
of the trembling or nervous effect that coffee does. I drink
my mate with milk and sugar, a habit which my Argentine girlfriend
found hilarious and infantile. Still, I recommend this for those
who take other tea this way. Mate is a civilized beverage, and a
treat."
Paul H Kafka-Gibbons
Writer
Somerville, Massachusetts
"I
was seriously addicted to coffee and had tried a few times to wean
myself off it. But I'd always fall back to it because I'd never
found a healthy alternative to the energy boost and mental lift
that coffee gave me. Still, I stayed haunted by this unhealthy addiction.
Finally, I got serious and searched the web for herbal substitutes
to coffee, and after delving into the Nativa web site I knew I had
struck the mother load. I wasted no time in ordering the 2 LB. bag
and it was delivered to my door in just a few days. That was about
two weeks ago and I'm thrilled to say that I'm completely cured
of my addiction to coffee."
Sophie Wade
Artist
Weaverville, North Carolina
"I
first read about yerba mate in a health magazine and was very interested
in its health benefits, as well as finding a substitute for coffee.
I decided on the Nativa brand because of all the positive testimonials
on your web site. I ordered a couple boxes of the tea bags and plan
to order more. It has a great smooth taste, I haven't needed
coffee since (even on my night shifts) and feel very energized."
Tanya
Military
San Antonio, Texas
"I
have an addictive personality and do most things to excess, including
caffeine products. Nativa yerba mate has been the perfect replacement.
I consume A LOT of Mate throughout the day and even before bed,
and have never felt better, healthier and more naturally energetic.
Very concentrated Mate with some milk and honey, and I am good to
go!"
Phil Alexander
Security Officer
Los Angeles, California
"My
wife and I became curious and decided to try yerba mate after she
saw it on an Argentinean soap opera. We were both heavy coffee drinkers
and dealing with burnout from our jobs and the stress of everyday
life. After trying Nativa yerba mate we noticed an increase in
energy and an overall feeling of well being, along with NO side
effects like the jitters, headaches, or sleeplessness when drinking
at night. We no longer depend on coffee and are able to endure
the toughest workdays without burnout. Thanks for marketing a great
product."
Alan Pitcock
Delivery Route Driver
Quail Valley, California
"I
have been drinking Nativa yerba mate for 6 months and have found
it to be an excellent substitute for coffee. It provides for gentle
invigoration without the caffeine rush and related stomach problems
of coffee. The fact that the yerba has positive health attributes
is an added reason to drink it! Overall it provides a gentle,
healthy lift without adding to stress of an already stressful day!"
C. Brown
Airport Administrator
Basalt, Colorado
"I
have used Nativa yerba mate for almost one year. During that time,
I have lost my craving for coffee, I have more energy, and I'm
calmer than I've ever been. "
Howard Wallin
Professional Speaker
Denver, Colorado
"I
used to be a heavy coffee drinker and couldn't miss a day because
I'd get a headache. If I miss my Nativa yerba mate there is no headache
or hangover. Also my teeth are whiter, I sleep better, and I
don't need to drink as much water at night."
Steve Pasquier
Sales Representative
Puyallup, Washington
"I
first learned about yerba mate when I was visiting some friends
from Honduras. We were out on church visitation that night, as we
have a Spanish ministry, and they were passing around what looked
to me like a pipe for smoking. But they were with some people from
Argentina who encouraged me to try it. I liked it, although my friend
Greg said it tasted like cigarettes. I had been drinking two
pots of coffee a day and if I missed it I would get a bad headache.
Coffee is just not good for you probably cancerous and I had one
friend get kidney stones from it. I think Nativa is a lot better.
I use a coffee pot to fix mine."
Kevin Clawson
Semi-Retired
Beaufort, SC
"I have been drinking mate for 10 years - ever since a trip to Argentina. For 30 years before that I relied on coffee to start the day. Now I revert to coffee only if I run out of mate and, thanks to your good service, I don't have to wait very long for my new order of Nativa."
Libby McClintock
Architect
Millerton, New York
"I
started drinking yerba mate about 2 years ago as a coffee substitute
because I heard it is better for you, and it doesn't give me that
up-down feeling that coffee does. I usually brew it in a coffee
maker, and drink about 2-3 cups a day. I hardly ever drink coffee
now, as I find Nativa to be a superior substitute. It is also
a more environmentally friendly crop/product as compared to coffee,
and that makes me feel good. "
Matthew Kennedy
Engineering Student
Humboldt State University
Arcata, California
"My husband and I have been drinking Nativa yerba mate for about a year now. We enjoy the rich flavor and love being able to enjoy it all day, morning and night, without the adverse side effects of coffee."
Lisa Weedman
Graphic Designer
Charlotte, North Carolina
"I enjoy Nativa yerba mate - with its robust flavor and as a wonderful substitute for coffee. Many of my friends enjoy it as well as I introduce them to it. "
David Johnson
Minister
Dummerston, Vermont
"We have replaced our daily coffee and tea with Nativa yerba mate. We feel it is healthier and we can even drink it in the evening."
Randy Countryman
Sales
Spokane, Washington
"Yerba Mate saved my life, not really, but I was experiencing coffee jitters, then I found Nativa. The only thing I can say about Nativa yerba mate is it's good and it's good for you."
Jay Younger
Furniture Maker
Beavercreek, Oregon
"My
wife and I discovered yerba mate a year ago and fell in love with
its wonderful smoky taste. We start each day with it."
James Scalise
Education Specialist
San Antonio, Texas
"I
began drinking coffee in high school. Twenty years ago I began drinking
espresso. I ground the beans and made a cup to die for! My hands
were beginning to show signs of palsy and my hearing in one ear
was too sensitive to a range of sound frequencies. A doctor suggested
that it was the coffee. I quit and began yerba mate. Cautiously
sipping some fresh coffee a few months later, I discovered that
it no longer tasted appealing. I am 56."
Skookums Sonnenschein
Freelance Harpist
Anchorage, Alaska
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Overall Well-Being
"I have tried
many, many other brands of Yerba Mate, but none so clean, so sweet
and pure, so absolutely LOVELY as Nativa. Although I like to drink
mate very strong, Nativa is never bitter. After my first order,
I knew I never needed to try another brand. I have found relief
from seasonal allergy symptoms, lessening of asthma attacks, and
a definite centereing effect from drinking Nativa Yerba Mate.
Stress relaxes, energy flows, and I feel balanced. As part of a
healthy and conscious lifestyle, my morning mate is as essential
for my body as my daily meditation is for my spirit. Thank you for
making this wonderful gift available."
Kathleen Gibson
Aurora, Illinois
"I was drinking
coffee on a daily basis and would find myself jittery and on edge.
When I was introduced to Yerba Mate my whole body felt better. I
have more energy and mental clarity. I have not felt this good in
many many years. Thanks!"
Ralph Ballentine
Orlando, Florida
"It is a great
way to start the day and boost your immune system."
Marvae Eikanas
Woodstock, Georgia
"I thoroughly
read through all information on Mate and read comments on your website
so had to give your Mate a try. One year later I'm sooo thankful
that I did! Since last year I have noticed many great things. I
used to have very bad seasonal allergies...and this past Spring
I didn't have one problem! A few times a year I usually have a couple
bad colds and the flu at least once...but this past year nothing!
On top of all that, my energy levels and mental clarity have been
better than ever! Thank you sooo much! A defiante Mate drinker
for life and I spread the word about your product daily."
Gary Smith
Medford, Oregon
"I like the product
and it makes me feel overall more healthy and ready to take on the
world."
Mary Rhude
Spicer, Minnesota
"I haven't felt
an increase in energy or weight loss but I do have an overall feling
of well being. Between drinking the tea and taking my daily supplements
faithfully I feel better and haven't been sick yet."
Kathryn McCoy
Jersey City, New Jersey
"Prior to drinking
Nativa Yerba Mate my immune system was very weak. I had had mononucleosus
earlier this year and periodically would get sick approximately
every two weeks, whether in the form of a cold, sore throat, or
sinus infection. Ever since I started drinking Nativa Yerba Mate
my health has radically improved and I have not had the slightest
inkling of cold in over four months!"
Robyn Burrows
University Park, Pennsylvania
"I get a sense
of well being after drinking it."
Jerry Tillman
Aliso Viejo, California
"I drink Nativa
Yerba Mate twice a day for bowel care and regularity. It also gives
me a general sense of well being."
Bruce Michieli
Portland, Oregon
"I had been a
daily coffee drinker from age 11 until age 30. I had been having
horrible stomach cramps most of my life, which were eased, but not
eliminated by giving up dairy products. Coffee, however, was something
I was just not willing to give up, because each time I tried, I
experienced terrible withdrawal. That is, until I discovered Nativa
Yerba Mate. My brother introduced me to Yerba Mate, but I did not
care for the bitterness of the brand he gave me. I found Nativa
by happenstance online one day, and decided to give it a try. From
the first taste, it was just delicious. Not at all like the bitterness
of other brands. Since I gave up coffee, I have had no stomach problems.
I have a wonderful amount of energy that is never jittery. I
feel like I'm drinking a multivitamin all day. I am also
a school teacher, and I'm proud to say that I rarely get sick, compared
to the other faculty members who come down with everything the kids
have. I believe it is the Yerba Mate that keeps me well. Thank
you for your wonderful product and supreme customer service."
Eric Gerber
Wimberly, Texas
"I lead
an active lifestyle and my career in law enforcement encourages
me to be and stay in shape. Over a year ago I stopped drinking
coffee and began drinking Nativa Yerba Mate. Not only do
I like the health benefits of drinking Nativa's tea, but
I do believe it has helped lower my cholesterol level
from 160 to 140. Plus it just tastes great!! Thank you."
Katherine Kriskovic
Huntington Beach, California
"Nativa Yerba
Mate has had a huge impact on my energy level. I work 10-hour days,
and I have an hour-long commute. I used to fight falling asleep
on the long drive home (very dangerous to say the least!). I didn't
try Yerba Mate to help with this symptom, but I noticed about 2
weeks after starting it that I was no longer so tired. I drink my
Mate iced; I make it by the gallon and drink about 2-3 cups a day.
THANKS!!!"
Mary McClellan
McHenry, Illinois
"Increased energy, weight
loss, product and service quality, allergy relief."
Elizabeth Knott
Pollock Pines, California
"I've been drinking it regularly
for so long that I can't compare it to life without it. In addition
to the benefits mentioned, regularity to my digestive tract is
superb. Yerba Mate's colon cleansing qualities make it healthy
far beyond its nutritional positives. As important as it is
to ingest good food, not talked about a lot is the importance
of the prompt excretion of toxic waste products. Six tablespoons
of Nativa Yerba Mate daily in my morning brew with a tablespoon
of honey does it for me. I bring a carafe full to work every day,
and enjoy all day long. Keep it coming - thanks a lot."
Daniel Kutt
Canton, Ohio
"My staff at school
thinks I'm a little crazy. But, I haven't had a sick day yet this
year. I teach high school Art and coach wrestling which can be
rather stressful and certainly puts in me in contact with a lot
of human pathogens (cold viruses etc). This has been a year
of much illness among my school's staff and students. Meanwhile,
I'm healthier, thinner and have more energy than I ever have had.
Thanks for selling such a great product. I have one friend though
who teases me about not drinking out of a gourd. I happen to do
a lot of art with gourds. I tell him that when he starts hunting
with a blow dart gun and wearing a loin cloth I will drink out
of a gourd. I prefer my "yuppie no spill car cup". Besides,
it holds more."
Steve Jordan
Lodi, California
"I started drinking your tea for weight
loss but came to find out it helped me during my menstrual cycle.
I would have such severe cramps that for two nights I could not
sleep and needed a heating pad and aspirin just to be albe to get
any rest. During the day I would need at least 2 Mountain Dews to
be able to ease the cramps. I have had this for several years.
I have been drinking your tea just for a short time....the results
are wonderful!"
Jackie Wise
Bookkeeper
Soldotna, Alaska
"Nativa Yerba Mate
is a regular part of my daily life. I drink it twice a day - in
the morning and late afternoon. It has completely replaced coffee.
It is without a doubt one of the most important products available.
I rate it as one of the top ten products of any type, anywhere.
It's a must have for smart people who know how to take care of themselves!"
Terry Montague
Kirkland, Washington
"I have finally started
drinking Nativa regularly, and after just a week or so, I'm feeling
like a new person!"
Ingrid Hanson
Eugene, Oregon
"I'm 37 years old, I've
been drinking Mate since I was 2. I do believe the reason I
have never ever gotten sick is because of my Mate every morning."
Sandra Carlanian
Data Entry Technician
New Jersey
"A few months ago, my Mother read
about yerba mate in a health publication and decided to get some in
a local health food store (at a very high price). She has been in
poor health for years, with shortness of breath from congestive heart
failure and other complications. Frequently she could barely move
before getting completely winded. At first the taste of the mate disagreed
with her, but her stamina began to improve. Since your kilogram package
arrived, she began drinking more of it in the morning and the difference
in her stamina is remarkable. Her spirits have improved tremendously
and she's able to do gardening work again without getting winded.
So far, her breathlessness has disappeared almost completely.
She can't say enough good things about Nativa!"
Tom Nelson
Lansing, Michigan
"Drinking mate is so much
better than taking pills. Thank you and please continue to supply
the market with such a wonderful product. From now on I will only
be getting it from Nativa, it is so much better than the other brands."
Stephen Willis
Kansas City, MO
"I have been
drinking Nativa yerba mate every day since December. My whole family,
including my three sons, have noticed an increased energy level.
We attribute the healing of my son's colitis to the daily use of
Nativa!!! My older son is getting his dorm mates at UCSB to try
it too. We get lots of comments all over town when we bring our
gourds to restaurants!
Lynn Wood
Dance Teacher
Orange, California
"Great substitute for coffee. Stomach problems disappeared. Feel more energetic yet less stressed out. Plan on drinking indefinitely."
Steve Holtz
Attorney
Livonia, Michigan
"Five
years ago I met a woman from Uruguay who introduced me to yerba
mate. We enjoyed passing the bombilla between us. Soon after I purchased
my own so I could drink it at home. I continued to drink coffee
until 2 years ago when I gave it up to drink only yerba mate. Since
that time I am yet to be sick. I believe abandoning coffee made
a big improvement in my overall well-being. I very much like the
ritual of drinking yerba mate. It also has obvious digestive benefits.
I for one am a believer and will probably continue to drink it as
long as it is available."
Bob Navetta
Ann Arbor, Michigan
"I
have been drinking yerba mate tea for the past two years, and it
has become the hot drink of choice ever since. Yerba mate's natural
immune system boost and laxative effects, plus the overall sense
of well-being, energy and alertness that I experience keeps
me dedicated to finding yerba mate in a city where it's not readily
available. That's why I use Nativa yerba mate. While I am a novice
online shopper, I have been delighted with the quick, efficient,
and pleasant service I have experienced with them. They have handled
my questions via e-mail and the phone with the utmost of courtesy."
Heidi Jeffreys
Court Reporter
Virginia Beach, Virginia
"Yerba
mate (Mate') is a natural stimulant devoid of side effects and
toxicity. As an invigoration of the mind and body, it is a natural
source of nutrition, and health promoter par excellence."
Martin Molnar
Sales and Business Development
San Jose, California
"I
switched from coffee to Nativa yerba mate and I feel energized without
the caffeine jitters. I also like that I'm getting antioxidants."
Curt Tomlinson
Equipment Tech
Ft. Wayne, Indiana
"My
wife and I have tried yerba mate for several months now and are
pleased with it due to the fact that it boosts our immune system,
which keeps us from getting sick during the cold winter months."
Fred La Mere
Counselor
Sioux City, Iowa
"My
wife and I have been avid coffee drinkers for the past decade. We
were what you call "coffee snobs" only drinking the best
we could find through mail or on-line purveyors. We couldn't start
the day without the ritual morning pot. Anyway, besides becoming
irritable, we both started to suffer occasional heart palpitations
as well as restless nights. Then we stumbled upon Nativa yerba mate.
Not only is it a delicious beverage, but it fulfills our need
for a morning ritual. It is also without the caffeine-produced
side effects of coffee. My wife and I have had neither headaches,
heart palpitations, nor are our nights restless. North Americans
don't know what they're missing. We suggest a bit of honey and cream
- enjoy!"
Ron & Mary Houston
Occupational Therapist
Biloxi, MS
"Your
tea is great! I love the taste and way it soothes my throat. I
noticed a big difference in the way I felt and was much more regular.
I can actually breathe easier and felt fatigued when I didn't drink
any for a few days. Thanks for being prompt with delivery."
Will Davis
Austin, Texas
"When
I tell my friends that Yerba Mate has changed my life, they look
at me like "Yeah, right!" But then I tell them the exact
ways in which this smoky, astringent brew has done just that: since
I began drinking yerba mate five months ago I have lost weight without
even trying; I feel at once tranquil and energetic; my skin glows;
and I suffer fewer discomforts associated with PMS.
The caffeine content is low enough that I can drink a cup right before bed and still fall asleep; and I can get up in the morning and not feel dependent on a cup of it to "get me started".
Nativa's yerba mate is good for up to three brewings and offers a range of flavor. The first cup will taste strong and rich--the third will be paler and more delicate--the perfect nightcap.
I gave some yerba mate to a friend who is an inveterate coffee drinker--within
a week he had given up the coffee and drinks Nativa instead. Unlike
other coffee alternatives, yerba mate has a flavor as robust and
even more compelling than coffee, without coffee's side effects
of mood highs and mood lows. The only regret I have is that I
didn't start drinking it sooner."
Jessie Thuma
Freelance writer
Quincy, Massachusetts
"When I first heard of yerba mate it was in an article describing a triathlete's nutrition. The prospect of a tea providing amino acids, minerals and vitamins sounded great. I searched the web for a supplier after realizing that even the health food stores in my area were not carrying yerba mate. Something about the Nativa site was straight forward and no nonsense, which appealed to me.
I opted to order a gourd, a bombilla and a kilo of Nativa yerba mate.
When it arrived, I immediately brewed a cup in the coffee maker while cured the gourd. The first sip was earthy, warm and invigorating. My son had soccer practice and I had been feeling a bit rundown and just not up to coaching a gang of seven year olds. But after the yerba mate I was ready to go! Never having been a coffee drinker I was amazed that a drink could do such a thing.
Now my day begins Nativa yerba mate prepared in the traditional way. I even received a stainless steel bombilla for Christmas, which is the best present I received this year by far. I truly feel that my daily consumption of the tea has helped to normalize my notoriously up and down blood sugar. Although my diet is very clean and I eat small meals throughout the day I used to occasionally experience a blood sugar "crash". Since drinking yerba mate daily I have not experienced a "crash".
Nativa yerba mate is a great product and delivery is always prompt. I love the taste, the slightly exotic nature of the preparation and consumption and the nutritional benefits I receive from drinking it.
Steven Blondeau
Dad/Homeschooler
Clarkston
"My wife and I drink yerba mate tea every day. We have used it to replace coffee, and find it superior to coffee in several ways.
First, it does provide a lift, enhancing mental activity and
giving a boost. It does not however provide the crude stimulus
of the coffee buzz. In fact, we drank yerba mate instead of coffee
and really didn't have much problem with the 'coffee withdrawal'
symptoms like headache and lethargy.
Second, it helps reduce hunger. We didn't expect this to
happen, but if we drink some yerba mate instead of reaching for
a snack, we don't seem to want the snack.
Third, yerba mate provides us with a body lift. Perhaps it's
the vitamins or minerals, but it just makes the body feel good.
Fourth, it does not interfere with sleep. We can drink a
cup of mate at 9 or 10 PM and still be blissfully asleep by 11 PM.
If we drink coffee as late as 6 PM, it is very difficult to go to
sleep or stay asleep.
The last thought I will offer is this: In the countries that grow coffee for the world, why is it that yerba mate is the national drink of choice? Do they know something we don't know? Not anymore!"
Bob Trinklein
Manager of Color Technology
Woonsocket, Rhode Island
"I thoroughly
enjoy Nativa on a daily basis. Since I started drinking it in 2004,
I have noticed that it curbs my cravings and have lost 40 pounds.
The tea does not make me jittery. I can drink it in the evening
and it does not keep me from sleeping well."
Denise Schwans
Arlington, Washington
"I was looking
for a coffee substitute while on a low-carb diet and tried Mate.
I subsequently lost 10 pounds and found the Mate "kick"
to be much less jittery and addicting than coffee."
Don White
Wana, West Virginia
"Being raised in a
south american family, mate has been always a traditional
thing for me, great for supressing appetite when losing
weight, a great companion for healthy dieters, I always
put a small piece of orange peel in it to give it a special
taste, try it, you'll love it."
Ana Nunez
Supervisor
Greenville, South Carolina
"Since drinking Nativa,
I've lost almost 10 pounds without trying. I also have
begun to enjoy exercise.. this is a MAJOR first in my
life!"
Katie Moore
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas
"I am ecstatic
that I became aware of this product! I cannot believe the
energy it gives me as well as the decrease in my appetite.
Thank you so much for an excellent product with excellent
service!!!"
Patricia Fields
Watertown, New York
"I
read an article in a popular magazine that talked about yerba
tea as an appetite supressant. I gave it a try. In seven
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