What is Guayusa?

Guayusa is a type of tea that is made from Holly leaves grown in Amazon. Technically not traditional tea, because it is made of Ilex Guayusa instead of a tea plant, but Camellia sinensis is considered to be herbal tea. The evidence suggests that it is an excellent source of antioxidants and vitamins. Guayusa is often compared with South American tea Yerba Mate, but lacks a bitter taste. Thanks to its mild tea, its combination of stimulants is a unique choice of morning awakening. This tea is naturally caffeated, has more caffeine than most other teas, about 90 mg for every 8 ounces (236 ml) and contains theobromine, a soothing element in chocolate. In addition, caffeine is released into the bloodstream slowly, so there is no sudden explosion caffeinupine into the system. These factors combine and provide a warning, non-related feeling. Studies

have also shown that Guayusa contains about twice the amount of antioxidants like green tea, often considered its health benefits. It is also a good source of vitamin C. Although there were not many scientific studies on its nutritional benefits compared to other healthy tea, such as green tea, theoretically, Guayusa increased health benefits.

In Ecuador, Guayusa is a traditional tea cooked in villages before the start of the working day. The tea is cooked in large quantities in the morning and then fainted with members of the community sitting around the fire and talking and telling stories. This tradition began more than 4,000 years ago.

If you want to prepare if cold water should be boiled and then poured on the leaves. The leaves should be allowed to soak in water for at least four minutes for weak. For every 8 ounces (236 ml) of water, 2 grams of tea leaves are designed.

At the beginning of 2011, Guayusa was introduced to the United States and online markets by commercial manufacturers. In addition to the traditional taste, flavors such as ginger citrus and mint were added to the commercial productpepperná. However, there are still relatively few commercial manufacturers who produce this Ecuadorian tea.

Although Guayusa is harvested from rainforests, its cultivation actually helps maintain the rainforest. Holly the plant grows under the tree canopy, so rainforests are kept where Guayusa is harvested. In addition, farmers who grow this tea are all local, native villages.