Monday, November 4, 2013

Yerba Mate should be part of your pre-workout

Yerba mate a shrub found in the rain forests of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay is a great energizer. It has antioxidants, B vitamins, chromium, and the minerals calcium, magnesium and potassium.
It has three primary xanthine alkaloids (theobromine, theophylline, caffeine) which provides the energy driver. You will get approximately 85 mg of caffeine versus 100 mg in coffee.

I like to combine it with chia seeds.

Source:
Ziegenfuss, Tim N. "Stimulus plan: science is discovering new supplements and foods that can supercharge your brain-muscle connection." Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness Mar. 2010: 180+.

Kadey, Matthew. "Eat this before your next big event: whether you're running a race or giving a boardroom speech, we've found the foods that can help you feel calm, think clearly, and perform at your best. Dig in!" Shape Nov. 2010: 172+.

Kadey, Matthew G. "Clean energy: whether you cruise through your day or get stuck in neutral may depend on the fuel you put in your tank. Our 15 energy-boosters can help keep your motor running." Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness Jan. 2010: 114+.



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