Guarana: The complete guide

Origin of guarana

Sacred guarana

The Sateré-Mawé, an indigenous people of Brazil living in the Amazonas, were the first to domesticate and cultivate guarana to cure many ailments.

Moreover, they consider this superfood to be a sacred fruit. Indeed, a legend tells that the evil god killed the only child of one of the most respected people of the Sateré-Mawé tribe. The good God planted the child’s eyes in the Amazon rainforest, which led to the appearance of the magnificent guarana in the shape of a human eye.

Guarana and Brazil

Today, Guarana Antarctica soda, made with guarana of course, is the most popular drink in Brazil. Moreover, it is exported to several European countries, including France.

However, its consumption is not really recommended because it contains a lot of sugar. So prefer a homemade guarana drink. For example, you can prepare a smoothie with pineapple juice, mango and guarana powder to have a natural, refreshing and energetic tropical cocktail.

Organic Guarana : composition

What is its secret?

The tiny seed of guarana is the most caffeine-rich food in the world!

But it differs from other forms of caffeine mainly because of its slow absorption by the body. As a result, energy is released in a sustainable way.

And… Is that all?

And that’s not all, guarana also contains alkaloids, adenine, hypoxanthine, theobromine, theophylline, xanthine but also mucilage, pectin, tannins, amino acids, essential fatty acids, minerals, trace elements as well as vitamins A, E, B1 and B3

In addition, guarana is very gentle on the digestive system and therefore has absolutely nothing to envy to coffee.

The benefits and properties of guarana: effects

Mens sana in corpore sano

“A healthy mind in a healthy body” is the motto of guarana. Indeed, its consumption improves both your moral and physical well-being. You become less tired and less stressed, but also more enduring and stronger.

Indeed, guarana facilitates concentration and increases memory capacity, so it is recommended for students especially during exam periods.

In addition, guarana increases attention and helps fight drowsiness. It can be particularly interesting to avoid falling asleep at the wheel.

In addition, guarana is also good for the body because it facilitates digestion by fighting against many intestinal disorders such as bloating and diarrhea (among others).

Also, guarana-based creams have a rejuvenating effect on the skin and shampoos with guarana extracts which help strengthen the hair.

 

Guarana for weight loss

Guarana is often prescribed by doctors in case of overweight or obesity because it helps to lose excess weight. Indeed, it is a very effective slimming asset (fat burner) which contains appetite suppressant properties. Do not hesitate to associate it with chlorella which is also a very good slimming ally!

With guarana, practically no calories are ingested, the basic metabolism increases while the physical and mental fatigue often observed during a diet, decreases.

Intensive training

Guarana is widely used by athletes, especially bodybuilding enthusiasts, because it is a natural supplement that gives energy, strength, endurance and increases sports performance.

In addition, guarana allows a better recovery after exercise and in addition, it reduces body aches.

Super guarana, Super libido…

Our superfood is also a naughty aphrodisiac plant that thinks about your sexual health. Indeed, guarana can help you stimulate your sexual desire if your libido is declining due to stress, fatigue, depression or any other problem, and brings good energy to your married life.

Combination with other plants ?

Guarana can be combined with Asian ginseng or our favorite spirulina for more vitality and for better muscle recovery after sports.

Guarana: expert opinion

The opinion of a nutritionist

Dr. Jean-Michel Morel states that “guarana is a more interesting plant than coffee in that its action is more prolonged.

Guarana is therefore a good alternative to coffee because it is a long-lasting stimulant that can help you keep up especially during your working day.

Guarana side effects: danger?

 

“Guaranez” reasonably

Guarana is a pearl of nature, a magical energy bubble without danger if you consume it in a reasonable way. Athletes who are tempted to abuse it to increase their performance risk caffeine intoxication which can lead to rhabdomyolysis. So, for your own good, consume guarana in moderation.

Guarana is not recommended for children, pregnant or lactating women and people suffering from cardiovascular disorders.

Moreover, if you suffer from insomnia, consume the eye of the Amazonian forest rather in the morning or the afternoon but especially not in the evening, at the risk of not being able to close your eyes at night!

Undesirable effects

The undesirable effects are quite rare when the recommended doses are followed to the letter. However, the caffeine contained in guarana can cause an increase in blood pressure, heart palpitations, insomnia, and gastric irritation.

Its regular intake can also lead to addiction. Withdrawal can cause drowsiness, irritability, headaches and anxiety…

Guarana consumed in too large quantities can also cause vomiting, muscle cramps, accelerated breathing, headaches, heart palpitations, etc.

Organic Guarana

Always prefer organic guarana because it does not undergo any chemical treatment and it is 100% natural.

The organic guarana is the guarantee of having an effective food supplement.

Guarana dosage

The dosage will be different depending on the use you want to make of guarana (sport, fatigue, energy …). It is also necessary to adapt the dosage according to everyone’s tolerance to caffeine. In general, the dosage varies between 2g and 4g per day.

Since guarana contains a large dose of caffeine, it is recommended to consume it before 4pm.

Here are the generally recommended doses depending on the result you want :

• For sports: dilute 3g or 4g in a drink, a few hours before your training. It is important not to do it more than twice a week to avoid addiction.
• For weight loss: 1g or 2g per day before meals (morning and noon)
• For stimulating effects (physical and intellectual): 1 teaspoon in the morning at breakfast, diluted in water or fruit juice

How to use guarana?

Guarana is consumed in capsules, tablets, seeds and powder.

Here are the general indications :

Powder: 1 teaspoon in the morning diluted preferably in juice

Tablets: between 1g and 2g spread over the day, in a 4 to 6 week cure

Food supplement: 1 capsule twice a day (morning and noon to be preferred). Do not exceed 4g in a day.

For more information, refer to the instructions on the package.

Concerning the way to consume guarana powder, know that it must be diluted in a drink. Prefer juice for a better absorption. Indeed, the powder is difficult to dilute in water and guarana and its nutrients are less easily absorbed. It is also possible to use guarana in good dishes.