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Finomate® (Green Mate Extract — Frutarom)

Ilex paraguariensis
Evidence Level
Limited
1 Clinical Trial
3 Documented Benefits
2/5 Evidence Score

Finomate® is a patented green mate (Ilex paraguariensis) leaf extract from Frutarom, purified by the EFLA HyperPure process and standardized to saponins, caffeine, theobromine, and caffeoylquinic acids. It is marketed for weight management and energy. Published human data to date come from generic yerba mate rather than the Finomate branded extract.

Studied Dose Per the product specification.
Active Compound Green mate (Ilex paraguariensis) leaf extract standardized to saponins, caffeine, theobromine, and caffeoylquinic acids.

Benefits

Weight management

Yerba mate extract is studied for supporting fat metabolism and body-fat reduction as part of a calorie-controlled approach.

Supported by Trial 1

Appetite and energy

Mate's natural caffeine and theobromine support energy, alertness, and appetite control.

Antioxidant support

Mate is rich in caffeoylquinic acid polyphenols that provide antioxidant activity.

Supported by Trial 1

Mechanism of action

1

Fat-metabolism support

Mate compounds are studied for promoting fat breakdown (lipolysis) and possibly reducing fat absorption; these are proposed effects that could support body-composition goals.

2

Mild CNS stimulation

Natural caffeine and theobromine provide gentle central-nervous-system stimulation that supports energy and focus.

Clinical trials

1
Yerba Mate and Body Fat — RCT
PubMed

Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) on body fat and obesity measures. (Kim et al. 2015, BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine)

Adults with overweight or obesity.

In this single-institution trial, yerba mate reduced body-fat measures versus placebo. Note: it used generic yerba mate (about 3 g/day), not the Finomate branded extract; Finomate itself has not been tested in a published human trial.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated.
Contains caffeine; can cause jitteriness or sleep trouble in sensitive people.
Avoid late in the day if caffeine-sensitive.

Important Drug interactions

Stimulant medications — additive effects from caffeine; use caution.
MAO inhibitors — consult a doctor before caffeine-containing extracts.
Pregnancy — limit caffeine; consult a doctor.

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Frequently asked questions about Finomate® (Green Mate Extract — Frutarom)

What is Finomate?

Finomate® is a patented green mate (Ilex paraguariensis) leaf extract from Frutarom, purified by the EFLA HyperPure process and standardized to saponins, caffeine, theobromine, and caffeoylquinic acids. It is marketed for weight management and energy.

What is Finomate used for?

Finomate is researched primarily for Weight Management and Energy. Yerba mate extract is studied for supporting fat metabolism and body-fat reduction as part of a calorie-controlled approach.

What is the recommended dosage of Finomate?

The clinically studied dose is Per the product specification. Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is Finomate safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, Finomate is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated. Contains caffeine; can cause jitteriness or sleep trouble in sensitive people. It may also interact with some medications. Finomate is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does Finomate interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: Stimulant medications — additive effects from caffeine; use caution. MAO inhibitors — consult a doctor before caffeine-containing extracts. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for Finomate?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for Finomate as Limited (2 out of 5). It is backed by 1 clinical trial and 1 cited reference summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(1 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Kim SY, Oh MR, Kim MG, Chae HJ, Chae SW. Anti-obesity effects of Yerba Mate (Ilex paraguariensis): a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2015;15:338..PubMedUsed to support: RCT of generic yerba mate for body fat; the Finomate branded extract itself was not the tested material.