Guarana

What is guarana?

Guarana is a plant from the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. Its seeds are made into a powder that has a caffeine-like effect. Guarana contains three times more caffeine than coffee beans, but the caffeine in it is released more slowly. As a result, the effects of guarana last longer.

Benefits of guarana

Guarana is often compared to coffee beans. Guarana extract has many useful properties. Due to its high caffeine content, it improves the endurance and performance of athletes. This in turn helps them to achieve better results.

In addition, guarana helps speed up metabolism and reduce appetite. It is rich in vitamins that help strengthen the immune system and reduce blood cholesterol levels.

Uses of guarana

Guarana extract has many beneficial properties and due to this the plant is widely used in energy drinks. Its use in both powder and tablet form is widespread among athletes, increasing endurance during exercise and providing energy.

Guarana is also used to achieve a healthier weight. It helps to speed up the hydrolysis of fats and the overall metabolism. It is also beneficial for the organs of the gastrointestinal tract and helps reduce stress levels.

Guarana side effects and overdose

Due to its high caffeine content, excessive consumption of guarana can lead to an overdose of caffeine. It can cause nervousness, digestive problems, insomnia, vomiting, and diarrhea. Guarana should not be used during pregnancy. It is also contraindicated in people with arrhythmias.

Where can buy guarana in Estonia?

In Estonia, guarana can be purchased from our e-shop fits.ee. Guarana is also sold in FITS Tallinn stores located at Haabersti 1, Tallinn (E-R 10-20; L: 10-15) and Linnamäe tee 3, Tallinn (E-R 10-20; L: 10-15). The stores are located in shopping malls next to the checkouts.