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  MDidea Extracts Professional:Proper Special Extracts Series:Guarana Extracts,Concentrated,Brazilian ...
Guaranine is almost identical in chemical structure to caffeine and has many of the same effects.
The major active constituent is caffeine (sometimes called guaranine to make you think it is different in some way) and similar alkaloids such as theobromine and theophylline (which are also found in coffee and tea).
Since the guaranine is released slowly, the energy boost that is experienced from guarana is not like that of coffee with its sudden rush and quick drop-off.
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  Guarana - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Guaraná is used as an ingredient in sodas and energy drinks and separately as a dietary supplement to promote health and/or weight loss.
The chemical guaranine is identical to caffeine derived from other sources, for example coffee, tea and mate.
Guaranine, theine, mateina are all official synonyms for caffeine.
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 herb data, Guarana, Paullinia cupana, holisticonline.com
Guaranine (which is nearly identical to caffeine) and the closely related alkaloids theobromine and theophylline make up the primary active agents in guarana.
Caffeine's effects (and hence those of guaranine) are well known and include stimulating the central nervous system, increasing metabolic rate, and having a mild diuretic effect.
A cup of guarana, prepared by adding 1-2 grams of crushed seed or resin to 250 ml (1 cup) of water and boiling for ten minutes, can be drunk three times per day.
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 entreneteam.com ~ Entrenet Nutritionals
Guaranine is 2.5 times stronger that the caffeine found in coffee, tea and softdrinks.
What makes guaranine unique from the caffeine found in beverages is its slower release.
Since the guaranine is released slowly, the energy boost that you experience is not like the sudden rush of coffee.
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 Caffeine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Caffeine (sometimes called guaranine when found in guarana, mateine when found in mate, and theine when found in tea) is a xanthine alkaloid found in the leaves and beans of the coffee tree, in tea, yerba mate, guarana berries, and in small quantities in cocoa, the kola nut and the Yaupon holly.
Other, less commonly used, sources of caffeine include the plants yerba mate and guaraná, which are sometimes used in the preparation of teas and, more recently, energy drinks.
The world's primary source of caffeine is the coffee bean (the seed of the coffee plant), from which coffee is brewed.
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 Guarana Seed and Extract Information
It has been suggested that in combination with other herbs, guarana (guaranine) may be effective in helping to promote weight loss.
Guaranine, a chemical compound found in guaraná, produces many of the same effects as caffeine.
Individuals with conditions that may be complicated by high caffeine intake (including insomnia, depression, and pregnancy) should consult with a physician before adding guaraná to their diet.
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 Zanodren - Become Explosive
Guarana seed contains a form of caffeine known as guaranine, which is over twice as strong as typical caffeine found in coffee or soda.
Although guaranine is stronger than normal caffeine, it is not water soluble, meaning it takes time for the body to fully absorb.
Guaranine also lacks the negative after-effects associated with normal caffeine (headaches, jitteriness, and fatigue).
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 Guarana
The major active constituent is caffeine (sometimes called “guaranine” to make you think it’s different in some way) and similar alkaloids such as theobromine and theophylline (which are also found in coffee and tea).
For example, about 150mg of ephedrine per day can increase metabolic rate by 3-5% over a 24-hour period, whereas a lower dose of ephedrine (60mg/day) increases daily caloric expenditure by nearly 8% when combined with caffeine (200-400mg/day) and aspirin (80-160mg/day of salicin).
Guaranine (which is nearly identical to caffeine) and the closely related alkaloids theobromine and theophylline make up the primary active agents in guaraná.
www.bodyandfitness.com /Information/Herbal/Research/guarana.htm   (1358 words)

  
 Herbal supplements: guarana natural energy drink supplement
Guaranine and the other alkaloids have muscle-relaxant and diuretic properties (2,3,4,7).
Guaranine is an alkaloid similar to the theine of tea and caffeine of coffee (2,4).
Guarana seed powder contains not less than 4% of the alkaloid caffeine (as guaranine) and therefore the general drug interaction for caffeine should be considered.
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 Mazatec Garden Guarana Information
Guarana contains guaranine, a compound almost identical to caffeine.
The guaranine is released slowly, over as much as 6 hours time, so the energy boost that is experienced from Guarana is not like that of coffee with its sudden rush and quick drop-off.
Whereas caffeine provides a short lived energy burst that overheats and excites the body, guaranine has a cooling action that revitalizes and relaxes.
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 Guarana Benefits, Guarana Side Effects and Guarana Extract - Wizard of Vitamins
Like caffeine, guaranine stimulates the central nervous system, increases metabolism, and has a mild diuretic effect.
Contraindications: Guaranine effects the body in the same manner as caffeine.
Individuals with conditions that may be complicated by high caffeine intake (including insomnia, depression, and pregnancy) should speak with a health professional before adding guarana to their diet.
www.wizardofvitamins.com /science/nutrients/guarana.asp   (381 words)

  
 Guarana or Paullinia Cupana
The seeds contain approximately 3-5% of guaranine (similar to caffeine) and are often crushed and dried by South American natives and used as a stimulating drink.
The substance guaranine in guarana has traces of alkaloids like theophylline and theobromine (which are found in chocolate and cocoa, too) which works as a stimulant to increase mental and physical alertness and performance.
Due to guaranine effects, some people could experience similar caffeine-like symptoms such as insomnia, trembling, palpitations and urinary frequency.
www.nutriherb.net /guarana.html   (238 words)

  
 MBS Botanicals - Guarana   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
This means that, when ingested, the body does not quickly absorb it and guaranine is released slowly, over as much as 6 hours, so the energy boost that is experienced from Guarana is not like that of coffee with its sudden rush and quick crash.
Whereas caffeine provides a short lived energy burst that overheats and excites the body, guaranine has a cooling action that revitalises and relaxes.
It is also known to help recovery from hangovers, provide pain relief, reduce fatigue, enhance physical and mental performance, and suppress the appetite to promote weight loss.
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 Guaranine - entreneteam.com ~ Entrenet Nutritionals
The main ingredient of guarana is guaranine, which is chemically identical to Guaranine (natural caffeine in guarana seeds)compared to other forms of
Guaranine (which is nearly identical to caffeine) and the closely related alkaloids theobromine and theophylline make up the primary active agents in
Some argue that guaranine is healthier because the other components in the whole guarana seed soften the impact of the caffeine.
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 Xtazy Story   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
What makes guaranine unique is its slower release.
guaranine has a cooling action that revitalizes and relaxes.
guaranine has traces of alkaloids like theophylline and theobromine (found in chocolate and cocoa, too), which
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 Guarana (Paullinia Cupana) Seed Extract
Guaranine is a central nervous system stimulant that exhibits slow-release properties due to the fatty composition of its natural excipient.
By itself, guaranine may not significantly stimulate the cardiac muscles due to its slow absorption rate and because it contains less cardiac stimulants theophylline and/or theobromine than other caffeine sources.
Major chemicals found in Guaraná seeds are: choline, anethole, adenine, protein, nicotinic acid, glucose, starch, sucrose, allantoin, carvacrol, xanthine, catechins, dimethylbenzene, estragole, guanine, hypoxanthine, limonene, mucilage, salicylic acid, caryophyllene, tannins (and tannic acid), and caffeine sometimes called guaranine.
www.niftygeek.com /energy-drinks/ingredient-details.php?iid=41   (910 words)

  
 CELLFOOD: Food For Your Cells
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 rich in guaranine that is absorbable to human body at a gradual rate.
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 Catuba & Guarana - Encapsulated Herbal Extracts - ComboHerbs
It came to be employed in the treatment of migraine and nervous headaches, neuralgia, paralysis, urinary tract irritation, and other ailments, as well as continuing to be administered for chronic diarrhea.
Primary chemical constituents of this herb include caffeine, theophylline, theobromine, guaranine, tannins, and saponins.
Caffeine may have adverse effects on the blood vessels and other body systems as well as on a developing fetus, and presumably guaranine would have similar effects, but this has not yet been proven.
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 Guarana Extract diet supplement at Happy Juicer
One of the main ingredients in guarana extract is a form of caffeine called guaranine.
Unlike caffeine, guaranine is slow to release and doesn’t give the initial quick burst of energy and then the quick let-down.
Since the seed is fatty and not water-soluble, it is not quick to absorb in the body so the energy boost will escalate over a number of hours instead of all at once.
www.happyjuicer.com /supplements/guarana-extract.asp   (562 words)

  
 Amazon.com: guaranine   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
It contains guaranine, which is a stimulant that...
Its active ingredient is guaranine, another name for caffeine.
guarana berries are loaded with guaranine, a substance identical to caffeine.
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The natural stimulates found in this herb are due to xanthines (theobromine, theophylline, and guaranine).
The ingredient guaranine has two to three times more caffeine than tea or coffee.
This is a great source for fighting fatigue, headaches and migraines.
www.nutritiondynamics.com /encyclopedia/Guarana.htm   (280 words)

  
 Guaraná (Paullinia cupana)
It also has a history of use in treating hangovers from alcohol abuse and headaches related to menstruation.
Active constituents: Guaranine (which is nearly identical to caffeine) and the closely related alkaloids theobromine and theophylline make up the primary active agents in guaraná.
A cup of guaraná, prepared by adding 1-2 grams of crushed seed or resin to 250 ml (1 cup) of water and boiling for ten minutes, can be drunk three times per day.
www.vitaminevi.com /Herb/Guarana.htm   (404 words)

  
 Optimal Nutrients
Guarana is a stimulating tonic with 10% Guranine (caffeine) and a natural balance of the other xanthines: Theobronind and Theophylline.
Guaranine, a stimulant of the nervous system, and Theophylline and Theobromine, which have muscle relaxant and diuretic properties are the three main ingredients of Guarana.
Gurana has been used by the Brazilian Indians as a general tonic for the body and a source of energy.
www.optimalnutrients.com /guarana.html   (173 words)

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