does yerba mate contain glp-1?

Yes, yerba mate contains GLP-1, or more accurately, it stimulates the release of GLP-1 in the body. GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) is a hormone that plays roles in appetite suppression and glucose regulation. It is worth noting that the amount of GLP-1 stimulated by yerba mate is significantly lower than what would be achieved through pharmaceutical means such as GLP-1 agonists like semaglutide. Therefore, while yerba mate can help increase GLP-1 levels, its effects on appetite and metabolism are less potent than those of medical treatments.

Andrew Huberman discusses that yerba mate contains caffeine and is known to stimulate significant amounts of GLP-1 release, which can help with weight loss by blunting appetite and triggering thermogenesis 1. Additionally, yerba mate increases lipolysis and mobilization of body fat stores 2. However, it is not a robust appetite suppressant to the extent that it would lead to significant weight loss on its own 3.