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What is Guarana ?

In botanical studies, Guarana was first discovered in the Amazon Rainforest (especially in the Manaus and Paratins regions) in the Medieval Age. It is of P. Cupana species. This tropical climber is a perennial shrub with a stalk, survived by climbing up to 12 meters high of the giant trees of Amazon jungle to reach the sun.

In 1821, botanists Dr. Bavplana and Dr. Humboldt, named this herb as Paulina Cupana. Guarana was first used by the native Indians to name the plant intertwined over and grew on a type of tree called Paulina Cupana. In the culture of Indians, Paulina Cupana tree had been an important heritage to be handed down to the descendants.

The Indians deemed Paulina Cupana as a sacred tree. This reputation of being a sacred tree could be tracked back to the warring era, during which period the Indians chewed Guarana seeds in order to keep their body strong.

Along the Amazon region, there is a world-renowned "City of Longevity" called Maues where the average life span of the population is above 80 years old. Exploration into this mysterious strength by various scholars had led to the discovery of the secret to this longevity. It is a plant called Guarana produced locally in Maues. Apart from having a good understanding of the miraculous powers of Guarana, residents in Maues are endowed with the miracles of sound health and longevity. It is said that when local residents go hunting in the forest, they will bring along some Guarana seeds for chewing. In so doing, they remain energetic even if they do not take any food the next day. The aborigines in Maues outdo the aborigines in the other places in terms of physical stamina and spirit.

They call Guarana an elixir of eternal youth. Researches show that the Guarana seeds are a fundamental source of energy with unique healing functions. Hence the local Indians deem Guarana seeds as a precious gem that brings good health and longevity.

Nutrition Volues

Guarana has high nutrition values. It is currently one of the herbs ever identified as having the highest nutrition values. It is rich in amino acid, minerals, vitamins, carbohydrates, guaranine, tannin and theine. All these are conducive for absorption by human tissues, apart from strengthening and activating the body tissues that contribute to longevity. It is suitable for everyone irrespective of sex and age. Coupled with its being absorbable by human body, Guarana has become a fast-acting functional food, which is one of its unique features.

The Main Nutrients of Guarana:

Amino Acids: Leucine, Lysine, Tyrosine, Methionine, Tryptophan, Valine, Cystine, Alanine, Glutamic acid, Lysleucine, Serine, Arginine, Proline, Glycine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Aspartic acid.

Minerals: Potassium, Phophorus, Calcium, Iron, Zinc.

Vitamins: Vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, E.

Guaranine, Tannin, Theine, Carbohydrates.

Recommendations By Professionals:

French scholar Gonseiu Duhhjafa mentioned in a report entitled The Products of Guarana (Guarana, O Produto) that: "Guarana is 100% organic. It contains a variety of organic substances such as guaranine and tannin. All these are beneficial to the human body, resulting in its gaining the reputation as the elixir of youth. It is rich in guaranine that is absorbable to human body at a gradual rate. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), as well as the Institute of Pasteur, have recognized Guarana as a natural health food".
Dr. Berredo Carneiro of Brazil, European scholars such as Dr. Martins Deehastelus, Peekalt Greene and Dr. Nirsleiner unanimously confirm in their research findings that: "Guarana has unique wonderful efficacies. It has diuretic and febrifuge effects, good for the stomach and intestines, apart from enhancing digestion, nutrients absorption and sexual ability. It also promotes metabolism of the body organs and improves the tissues of internal organs."

Renowned biochemist Paul De Cointe points out: "Guarana is nervine that relieves tension. It is a fruit that prevents arteriosclerosis, strengthens the heart, effective against headache and neuralgia."

Dr. Anna Aslan, an authoritative doctor in ageing, say that: "Guarana is the key to youthfulness and a fundamental source of youthful energy."

Pharmacist Alexandre de Avila Borges Junior confirms that: "Guarana, planted in Brazil, is a natural health food that can be safely served without any fear of addiction." He echoes the statement of Dr. Aslan that Guarana contributes to Brazilians' youthfulness.

Functionality

Guarana work by acting as:

Analgesic - Reduce pain

Antiseptic - Prevents infections

Appetite control - Controls appetite

Aphrodisiac - Restore sexual desire and potency

Astringent - Reduce secretion or discharge

Bronchodilator - Ease breathing

Cardiotonic - Strengthen the heart

Diuretic - Increases urinary excretion

Febrifuge - Reduce or eliminate fever

Nervine - Strengthen and tone the nervous system, easing anxiety and stress

Purgative - Produce a vigorous emptying of the bowels

Stimulant - Excite or quicken the activity of physiological processes

Tonic - Strengthen and prevent disease, especially chronic diseases

Guarana helps for those facing:

1. Chronic fatigue syndrome

2. Physical and mental weakness and tiredness

3. Breathing difficulties

4. Low immune system

5. Fever

6. Infections

7. Anxiety

8. Stress

9. Diarrhoea

10.Aches
11.Ageing
12.Blood clotting and contamination

13.Obesity
14.Dyspepsia (indigestion pains or discomfort)

15.Arteriosclerosis
16.Smoking problems

17.Menstrual pain

Recommended Consumption: 1-2 capsules to be taken 1-3 times daily, preferably half an hour before meals, depending on individual needs. Drink a lot of water after consumption. Gastric and duodenal ulcer patients are advised to take after meals.

FAQ

What is Guarana?

Guarana is produced from the seeds of a creeping shrub native to the Amazon, Brazil. The fruit is small, round, bright-red in color, and grows in clusters. As it ripens, the fruit splits and a black seed emerges which gives it the appearance of an "eye".

What are the main constituents of Guarana?

Guarana contains Guaranine, hypoxanthine, proanthocyanidins, salicylic acid, tannins, theobromine, theophylline, xanthine. Amino acids, potassium, phosphorous, calcium, iron, zinc. Vitamin B1, B2, B6, B12, E. Adenine, guanine, choline, glucose, mucilage, nicotinic acid.

What are the active constituents in Guarana?

The active constituents of Guarana are the alkaloids of guaranine, theophylline and theobromine. Chemically these alkaloids are in the xanthine groups of guaranine known as natural caffeine (tetramethylxanthine), theophylline (1,3-dimethylxanthine) and theobromine (3,7-dimethylxanthine). In addition, the other constituents of the seed extract of tannin, saponin, natural oils and fats work synergistically to give the special Guarana effects.

How does Guarana work?

These xanthines mainly act as muscle relaxants and possess diuretic properties, as well as have a stimulating effect on the central nerves system and circulatory system. Although chemically similar to caffeine (trimethylxanthine), their physiology effects are different. The typical caffeine acts as an excitant that overheats the body and provides short-lived burst of energy that aren’t present in Guarana. This is because the other components of Guarana modify the activity of the methylxanthine compounds. Furthermore, Guarana stimulates and revitalizes while providing a relaxing effect on the whole body system. This is because the high potency of guaranine is released slowly as the natural oil present are broken down and digested, giving a natural time release (slower absorption rate) over many hours.

How can Guarana be beneficial? Who will benefit from Guarana?

Guarana can work as an analgesic, dilates bronchus, eases breathing and so on. It can also be used for:

- Fatigue:

A gentle excitant and is serviceable when the brain is irritated by mental exertion, or when there is fatigue from hot weather.

- Diarrhoea, gastrointestinal complains:

From tannin, it has great effects on diarrhoea of a very mild form.

- Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS) - Headaches, listlessness:

Beneficial for nervous headaches or distress that accompanies menstruation or exhaustion.

- Neuralgia and other mild pains:

Could dilate the bronchus which speeds up blood flow and increases cardiac output. Therefore gives more oxygen supply to the cells that will counter the production of acid lactic and toxin.

What are the recommended consumption for Guarana?

2-4 capsules to be taken 1-2 times daily, preferably half an hour before meals, depending on individual needs. Drink a lot of water after consumption. Gastric and duodenal ulcer patients are advised to take it after meals.

Who and when must Guarana be taken with caution?

As with many stimulants, it is not suitable for children, pregnant women or breast-feeding mothers, and in all cases in which it is not desirable to excite the heart or hypertension cases as well as people who are sensitive or allergy to xanthine which includes guaranine or caffeine. Drug Interactions: May potentiate anticoagulant (thin blood) medications such as Warfarin.

Is it safe to consume Guarana?

Guarana is not only popular in Brazil but is recognized widely around the world and is used for many different reasons. Guarana has been used for a long time and there are no reports of untoward reactions. In the United States, Guarana has the GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe.) status.

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