Honey Guarana Plus 250g

Cocoa - rich in L-tryptophan, essential fatty acids, fiber and magnesium, this natural source of energy is not only effective, but also a tasty snack. (1)

Peruvian maca - an ancient plant contains natural B-complex, vitamins and minerals, it is used for energy, stamina and focus and increasing resistance to all kinds of stress. (2) In women, it successfully participates in eliminating PMS, regulating the menstrual cycle, infertility, endometriosis and polycystic ovaries. (3)

Guarana - rich in guarana, tannin, terpenes, flavonoids and caffeine, it is an ideal substitute for coffee and promotes energy, endurance and focus. (4)

Hazelnut - full of minerals, L-arginine, and zinc, it is also a source of fiber and healthy fatty acids. Delicious taste, nutritious and an excellent source of energy. (5,6)

Carob - contains pectin, proteins and minerals, it is a natural substitute for coffee, cocoa and sugar. It helps to strengthen immunity, reduces bad cholesterol in the blood and strengthens bones. (7,8)


Reference:

1. Katz DL, Doughty K, Ali A. Cocoa and chocolate in human health and disease. Antioxid Redox Signal. 2011 Nov 15;15(10):2779-811. doi: 10.1089/ars.2010.3697. Epub 2011 Jun 13. PMID: 21470061; PMCID: PMC4696435.
2. Gonzales GF. Ethnobiology and ethnopharmacology of lepidium meyenii(maca), a plant from the Peruvian highlands. Evid-Based Complement Altern Med. 2012;2012:1-10. doi:10.1155/2012/193496
3. Dr. Edward Group DC, NP, DACBN, DCBCN, DABFM https://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/7-benefits-of-maca-root-for -žene/ . 2014
4. Hack B, Penna EM, Talik T, Chandrashekhar R, Millard-Stafford M. Effect of Guarana (Paullinia cupana) on Cognitive Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Nutrients. 2023 Jan 14;15(2):434. doi: 10.3390/nu15020434. PMID: 36678305; PMCID: PMC9865053.
5. Di Renzo L, Cioccoloni G, Bernardini S, Abenavoli L, Aiello V, Marchetti M, Cammarano A, Alipourfard I, Ceravolo I, Gratteri S. A Hazelnut-Enriched Diet Modulates Oxidative Stress and Inflammation Gene Expression without Weight Gain. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2019 Jul 4;2019:4683723. doi: 10.1155/2019/4683723. PMID: 31354906; PMCID: PMC6637671.
6. Perna S, Giacosa A, Bonitta G, Bologna C, Isu A, Guido D, Rondanelli M. Effects of Hazelnut Consumption on Blood Lipids and Body Weight: A Systematic Review and Bayesian Meta-Analysis. Nutrients. 2016 Nov 25;8(12):747. doi: 10.3390/nu8120747. PMID: 27897978; PMCID: PMC5188407.
[ PMC free article ] [ PubMed ] 7. Papaefstathiou E, Agapiou A, Giannopoulos S, Kokkinofta R. Nutritional characterization of carobs and traditional carob products. Food Sci Nutr. 2018 Oct 4;6(8):2151-2161. doi: 10.1002/fsn3.776. PMID: 30510716; PMCID: PMC6261171.
8. Gioxari A, Amerikanou C, Nestoridi I, Gourgari E, Pratsinis H, Kalogeropoulos N, Andrikopoulos NK, Kaliora AC. Carob: A Sustainable Opportunity for Metabolic Health. Foods. 2022 Jul 20;11(14):2154. doi: 10.3390/foods11142154. PMID: 35885396; PMCID: PMC9325207.

+Information and statements are for educational purposes and should not replace your doctor's advice.

Honey and medicinal plants in phytotherapy

For many, coffee is the start of the day, and without it, everything goes "wrong". Coffee is a stimulant and a source of energy, and today it is unthinkable to live without it. But there are people who live without coffee and prefer other herbal stimulants, such as guarana. Guarana contains a high concentration of caffeine and is rich in substances such as theobromine, saponins, tannins and catechins. These phytochemicals are powerful antioxidants. Guarana stimulates circulation, raises energy levels, strengthens circulation and alleviates the effects of stress. When we combine it with honey and other herbs, it becomes easily available for consumption by a wider circle of people - for athletes, students, recreationists...

Ivo Bačlijaherbalist, apitherapist