From soil to extract: how terroir influences yerba mate quality
While yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) is widely recognized for its naturally occurring methylxanthines and polyphenolic compounds, the composition of these constituents may vary significantly depending on environmental conditions. The chemical profile of the extract is closely associated with the concept of terroir – the environmental factors that influence plant development
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Polyphenols and their prebiotic-like effect
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