GUARANA

Guarana plays an important role in the culture of the Brazilian Tupi Guaraní. Guarana is a name derived from the word "wara" ná "in Tupi-Guarani means" fruit like the eyes of the people. "These tribes believed that the fruit was magic to cure intestinal diseases and a way to regain strength. They also believe in the myth of the "Divine Child" who was killed by a snake and his eyes gave life to this plant.

The genus is named Paul linia by Linnaeus in honor of Simon Paulli, a German botanist. In Brazil it is grown in the state of Amazonas and Bahia. In the region near the town of Maués, where it is cultivated, the Indians of the nation Sateré-Mawé have legends about the origin of the plant.

Guarana is a vine with compound leaves and flowers in bunches. The fruit (capsule) is small, red and contains a seed inside. This is a shrub native to the Amazon, found in Peru, Brazil, Colombia and Venezuela. Its scientific name is Paullinia cupana and belongs to the Sapindaceae family.

EFFECTS AND USES

• Astringent Effect.
• Prevents arteriosclerosis.
• Removes fever.
• Help the proper functioning of the heart.
• Improves muscle aches and headaches.
• Stimulates the central nervous system.
• Increases resistance to physical activity.
• Reduces inflammation.
• Delays the aging.

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