Description

Plant Use: This potent fruit, named after the Guarani tribe in the Amazon, contains an impressive range of stimulants and antioxidants including caffeine, guaranine, and theobromine. Today the active ingredients are commonly found in energy drinks. Traditionally, Guarana is used to increase energy and mental performance as well as supporting all aspects of health, weight loss and a healthy metabolism.

 

Plant Preparation: Infusion- make a nourishing cup of tea

 

Powder– add to teas, smoothies, and decoctions

 

Properties: Stimulant, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, cognitive health

 

Energetics and taste: Astringent, bitter

 

Scientific name: Paullinia cupana

 

Common names: Brazilian cocoa, ‘Zoom’.

 

Family: Sapindaceae

 

Part Used: Seed