DOSE:

1 Tbsp

oral

Yerba Mate

(tea)

BODY WEIGHT:

200 lb

It was my very first time drinking yerba mate after doing some research on this herb. I was in a bit of a depressive slump, and I thought that this supposed "drink of the gods" may help alleviate the depressive symptoms.

I steeped 1 tbsp of the yerba in hot water for 3-5 minutes and drank my first cup. My initial thought after drinking it was: "There's no way this is not drugs." In retrospect, it was clear that the abundance of vitamins, minerals and nutrients that yerba mate gives the body and mind makes it feel as if it is a drug. However, this amazing plant cannot be classified as a drug, in my opinion.

The euphoria that I got from my first cup of yerba mate has compelled me to continue drinking it for 2 years. My depression has mostly been alleviated, and I'm a much happier version of myself. I think that I'll be continuing this healthy habit for life.

I now believe that if I give my body what it needs, I'll have less of a desire to take the substances that I don't need.

Salud!

Exp Year: 2023	ExpID: 116957
Gender: Male
Age at time of experience: 24
Published: Feb 1, 2023	Views: 335
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