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Guarana
What is it?
Guarana is a creeping shrub native to Venezuela and northern Brazil in the Amazon rain forest. The fruit are small, bright-red, and contains black seeds. Guarana seeds are rich in caffeine and contain up to 4-8% caffeine, more than coffee beans, which contain approximately 1–2.5% caffeine. The seeds are also rich in tannins and xanthine alkaloids theophylline and theobromine.
Why does it do?
Guarana is reputed to be a stimulant and increase mental alertness, fight fatigue, and increase stamina and physical endurance. Guarana drinks and sodas are very popular in Brazil, almost as popular as cola-based sodas. In North America, guarana has recently become a popular ingredient in energy drinks and teas. Unfortunately, most of these drinks are also high in sugar.
Guarana is one of the richest sources of caffeine, containing up to three times the amount of caffeine as coffee. In addition to its stimulant properties, guarana is also a popular ingredient in herbal weight loss pills. Some evidence indicates that guarana may suppress appetite and increase fat-burning.
Why is it important?
Because of its stimulating effects, guarana may help to ward off fatigue, both mental and physical.
Where is it found?
Guarana is naturally present in the guarana plant native to parts of South America. Guarana is also added to many and energy drinks and weight loss supplements.
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