{"product_id":"9783030696139","title":"SpringerBriefs in Molecular Science","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSpringerBriefs in Molecular Science\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003ch2\u003eIommi, Candela\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book explores the traditional use of \u003ci\u003eIlex paraguariensis\u003c\/i\u003e, 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), ‘chimarrão’ (Brazil), and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eIlex paraguariensis\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn response to the global interest in these products, this book offers a reference guide to ‘yerba mate’\/‘chimarrão’ 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. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublished by: Springer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublication Date: 2021-03-20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eISBN-13: 9783030696139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDOI: 10.1007\/978-3-030-69614-6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensions: 235cm x155cm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePages: 84\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Springer International Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45548738412684,"sku":"9783030696139","price":49.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9783030696139.jpg?v=1775788279","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9783030696139","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}