Guarana

Medium
🌿Ingredients: Guarana (Paullinia cupana) seed in vegetarian capsules. 💊Capsule: HPMC plant fibre (vegetarian). 🌱Suggested use: As directed on product label. Contains natural caffeine.

 

Traditional Background

Guarana is a climbing plant native to the Amazon basin. Its seeds have been used traditionally by Indigenous communities as an energising tonic to support stamina, alertness and endurance on long journeys and during demanding work.

Today, guarana is widely used around the world as a natural source of caffeine and other stimulating compounds, often favoured for its smoother, more sustained effect compared with coffee for many people.

Active Constituents

Guarana seeds contain:

  • Caffeine (guaranine) – a central nervous system stimulant that increases alertness and reduces perceived fatigue.
  • Theobromine and theophylline – related compounds that gently support circulation and respiratory function.
  • Tannins and polyphenols – antioxidant compounds that may slow the release of caffeine and support overall tissue health.

Traditional Uses

Traditionally and in modern herbal practice, guarana is used to:

  • Support mental alertness, focus and concentration.
  • Reduce feelings of tiredness and fatigue.
  • Complement physical endurance and exercise performance.
  • Support mood and a sense of motivation when used appropriately.

Properties

Traditional actions: stimulant, nervine tonic, mild thermogenic, circulatory support and antioxidant.

 

Key Traditional Applications

Guarana is commonly used to support:

  • Mental alertness and concentration.
  • Energy levels during busy or demanding periods.
  • Motivation and physical stamina.
  • Occasional low mood associated with fatigue.

Important Notes

Guarana naturally contains caffeine. It may not be suitable for those sensitive to caffeine, with insomnia, anxiety, high blood pressure, heart conditions, or during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid combining with other stimulant products.

If you take prescription medicines (especially for heart, blood pressure or mood), please seek advice from a qualified practitioner before use.

This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products.