> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://rootsfi.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction

# Roots Finance | Overview

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  ### IMPORTANT: This documentation is a work in progress and is not yet complete.
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  Roots Finance is revolutionizing DeFi on Berachain through innovative Proof of Liquidity mechanisms and sustainable yield opportunities.
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## What is Roots?

Roots is a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol built on Berachain that enhances liquidity and yield opportunities through Proof of Liquidity (PoL). The protocol allows users to:

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  <Card title="Mint MEAD" icon="coins">
    Mint the MEAD stablecoin using Berachain-based assets listed for BGT emissions, such as LP positions on Berahub
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  <Card title="Earn rBGT" icon="chart-line-up">
    Passively earn rBGT (governance rewards) while maintaining your positions
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  <Card title="Secure Network" icon="shield-check">
    Participate in network security while maintaining asset exposure
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## Why use Roots?

Roots simplifies DeFi participation on Berachain & Maximizes user rewards through:

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  <Card title="Capital Efficiency" icon="bolt">
    * Borrow MEAD against collateral without selling assets
    * Retain ownership of staked/locked assets (e.g., BGT-earning LP positions)
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  <Card title="Automated Rewards" icon="robot">
    * BGT auto-farming: Maximizes yield even as a collateral
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  <Card title="Stability Pool" icon="lock">
    * Stake MEAD to earn liquidation rewards (discounted collateral)
    * Acts as a backstop for protocol solvency
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  <Card title="Ecosystem Composability" icon="puzzle-piece">
    * Use MEAD across Berachain DEXs, lending markets, and more
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