Anyone that has heard about yerba mate and is considering trying it would no doubt have a lot of questions. They will be wondering things like “Does yerba mate make you high?”, “What is a yerba mate high like?”, “Is yerba mate addictive?”, and “Does yerba mate make you sleepy?”. Here, on Yerba Mate Society, we know pretty much everything on the topic, so we did our best to compile the information you need in this handy article.

Does Yerba Mate Get you High, And What Does A Yerba Mate High Feel Like?

Some people who drink yerba mate have reported getting something like a little high. It’s like the high you get from cannabis, but only in the physical sense. Don’t worry about seeing things that aren’t real. Your mind is still very much grounded in reality, but your body becomes so calm and relaxed that it’s almost like a high.

At the same time, you can still function normally. You’ll know who and where you are, you’ll be able to write, work, and do anything else you have to do. You’ll just do it feeling more relaxed and with a great energy buzz induced by the substances, the plant contains (such as caffeine and multiple vitamins).

Is Yerba Mate Addictive?

After hearing that there is something of a high attached to yerba mate, you’re no doubt wondering if it is addictive. That’s to say nothing of the minor caffeine content, and most people are aware that caffeine can be an addictive substance. There are lots of people who talk about their “addiction” to yerba mate and are so passionate about it that they seem addicted, but don’t worry; they’re just being enthusiastic.

Yerba mate isn’t addictive at all. It’s just something that you’ll come to love to the point that not drinking it makes no sense. You keep drinking it because you like it, not because your body tells you to because you’re addicted.

Does Yerba Mate Make You Sleepy, Or Does It Affect Your Sleep?

The problem with answering this question is that different people have different responses. It does have caffeine in it, so almost everyone will have trouble sleeping after drinking it. It gets your mind racing non-stop. You’ll get to sleep eventually, but you’ll likely wake up several times and barely get any sleep at all. Then there are people who drink mate and find that it actually helps you sleep and gives you better quality sleep.

It has elements that help with relaxation, which do help you get to sleep. It contains B vitamins, zinc, magnesium, and other nutrients that help with sleep. When it comes to yerba mate and sleeping; tolerance is key. The more yerba you drink, the less the caffeine affects you, and the easier it is to sleep.

To Conclude

Keep in mind that different people have different responses to Yerba. In general though; yerba mate gives you a small and relaxing high, but it’s not addictive. It also affects sleep but, if you drink enough of it, the effects are lessened over time and soon it could even help you get to sleep at night. Why not try it out for yourself, and see how you respond to it?