Guarana (Paullinia cupana) is a plant from the Amazon region, offering antioxidant and stimulating properties. It is often used to increase energy and reduce fatigue, but guarana has been shown to offer many health benefits, such as anti-aging, lowering cholesterol, weight loss, and improving memory and cognitive function. These positive effects are due to the high content of bioactive compounds in the seeds and.
As an herbal supplement, guarana has been used for weight loss, to improve physical activity, as an aphrodisiac, and to reduce mental fatigue and increase concentration.
Guarana contains caffeine - Caffeine works by stimulating the central nervous system (CNS), heart and muscles. Guarana also contains theophylline and theobromine, which are chemicals similar to caffeine.
Guarana contains flavonoids - These are a group of natural substances found in fruits, vegetables, cereals, tea and wine, as well as the bark, roots, stems and flowers of plants. Flavonoids have beneficial effects on health by offering antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-mutagenic properties, and also modulate key cellular enzyme functions. Catechin and epicatechin are the most abundant flavonoids in guarana. Guarana also contains proanthocyanidins, which are very powerful antioxidants that remove harmful free oxygen radicals from cells. Research shows that proanthocyanidins may benefit heart health, circulation, joint health, offer UV protection and promote youthful skin.
Guarana contains antioxidants - Guarana has many compounds containing antioxidant properties. These include caffeine, theobromine, tannins, saponins and catechins, very similar to those in green tea. Antioxidants work by neutralizing potentially harmful molecules known as free radicals. Free radicals are unstable atoms that can damage cells, causing disease and aging, and are linked to the development of many diseases (e.g. heart disease). Although free radicals are produced naturally in the body, their production can be increased by sun exposure, smoking, alcohol and fried foods.
Cardiovascular health – improving cholesterol levels and oxidation of LDL cholesterol.
Weight loss – the caffeine component of guarana can boost metabolism. A faster metabolism can burn more calories – even when the body is at rest.
Memory and focus – improved memory, attention and speed of thought process. It does this by keeping the brain alert by blocking a compound called adenosine that helps the brain relax.
Energy and endurance during training - Guarana contains 4 times more caffeine than coffee. The stimulating effects of guarana are not only due to its caffeine content, the components of guarana seeds are also believed to provide additional stimulating effects.
Anti-Aging Effectiveness – Due to its high antioxidant content, this miracle herb slows down cellular aging.
Digestive stimulant – caffeine can stimulate the release of the hormone gastrin in the stomach, which speeds up bowel movement. In some cases, this can lead to a laxative effect.
| Supplement Facts | |
| Serving Size | 1 Level Table Spoon ( 5 g) |
| Servings | 30 |
| Amount per Serving | |
| Energy Value | 73 kJ / 17 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 3.2 g |
| Fats | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
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