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Well, that rules out growing guarana. "Note: It is toxic to cats and other animals." And it's not easy to grow.
How to Grow Guarana Easily | Guarana Benefits
By Ralph Astley
Last Updated: October 16, 2023"Obtaining seeds is not easy as this is a rare plant. What is more challenging is that most Guarana seeds are viable only for about 72 hours (after which they decay). These seeds may require up to 80-100 days to form the first leaflets. The seeds have to be fresh, or they won’t germinate."
https://balconygardenweb.com/growing-guarana-how-to-grow-guarana/
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Hmmm... I used to make #chai out of #guarana. I wonder how hard is it to grow?
Unexpected Sources of #Caffeine to Try
Most people have a caffeinated drink each day, but coffee is not the only energizing source of caffeine.
By Matthew Kadey, RD
November 14, 2022"Caffeine is naturally present in the seeds, leaves, and nuts of several plants including cacao and coffee beans, #guarana seeds, and #tea leaves. In addition to caffeine, these plants also contain other nutrients and compounds like antioxidants."
https://www.health.com/condition/sleep/12-surprising-sources-of-caffeine
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#FoodInsecurity #Inflation #Coffee #CoffeeSubstitutes