Tops Jamaican Bissy Herbal Tea, (Kola Nut) (Cola Accuminata)

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Also, studies show that many parts of the bitter melon plant, including the fruit, leaves, and seeds, contain potentially toxic substances that may cause adverse side effects. As such, take caution when using any bitter melon products, including cerasee tea ( 8, 19). Fernandes O, Sabharwal M, Smiley T, et al. Moderate to heavy caffeine consumption during pregnancy and relationship to spontaneous abortion and abnormal fetal growth: a meta-analysis. Reprod Toxicol 1998;12:435-44. View abstract. The caffeine in cola nut can stimulate the body. Phenylpropanolamine can also stimulate the body. Taking cola nut along with phenylpropanolamine might cause too much stimulation and increase heartbeat, blood pressure, and cause nervousness.

Spanish Needle ( B idens alb a) Tea made from this herb is used for lowering blood pressure and treating sinus infections. Benie, T., el, Izzi A., Tahiri, C., Duval, J., and Thieulant, M. L. [Natural substances regulating fertility. Effect of plant extracts in the Ivory Coast pharmacopoeia on the release of LH by hypophyseal cells in culture]. C.R.Seances Soc Biol Fil. 1987;181(2):163-167. View abstract. Jamaican dandelion ( Cassia occidentalis). This medicinal plant is used as a liver tonic to stimulate function. Dandelion tea is often used as a substitute for coffee. Kamimori GH, Penetar DM, Headley DB, et al. Effect of three caffeine doses on plasma catecholamines and alertness during prolonged wakefulness. Eur J Clin Pharmacol 2000;56:537-44.. View abstract.Haller CA, Benowitz NL. Adverse cardiovascular and central nervous system events associated with dietary supplements containing ephedra alkaloids. N Engl J Med 2000;343:1833-8. View abstract.

Disclaimer: We don't recommend using kola nuts without getting medical advice first. If you're traveling to a foreign country and are considering trying these nuts then tread with caution. You have no idea the strength of what you're eating so it could have unexpected results. Even the milder varieties are known to give people an unpleasant racing heart.Juliano LM, Griffiths RR. A critical review of caffeine withdrawal: empirical validation of symptoms and signs, incidence, severity, and associated features. Psychopharmacology (Berl) 2004;176:1-29. View abstract. The Kola nut plant is in the same family as the cocoa plant. It is originally from West Africa. However, Bissy trees are foundin many different locations, including South America and the Caribbean. Alshabi AM, Alkahtani SA, Shaikh IA, Habeeb MS. Caffeine modulates pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profiles of pioglitazone in diabetic rats: Impact on therapeutics. Saudi Med J 2021;42(2):151-160. View abstract.

Tea contains substances called catechins. They protect the plant from environmental toxins and repair damage. They can similarly play a role as an antioxidant in humans and animals when consumed. Bissy ( Cola acuminata ) Bissy tea is used to treat indigestion, vomiting and other digestive issues. Bissy tea is also taken to counteract food poisoning. Caffeine is a substance that can be found in the tea plant which stimulates the central nervous system. It has been suggested that the caffeine protects plants against insects by overstimulating them. Caffeine is popularly consumed every day to help keep us alert and feeling less tired. Orozco-Gregorio, H., Mota-Rojas, D., Bonilla-Jaime, H., Trujillo-Ortega, M. E., Becerril-Herrera, M., Hernandez-Gonzalez, R., and Villanueva-Garcia, D. Effects of administration of caffeine on metabolic variables in neonatal pigs with peripartum asphyxia. Am.J Vet.Res. 2010;71(10):1214-1219. View abstract.

What is Jamaican Bizzy tea good for?

Bissy is the Jamaican name for the Kola nut tree and its nuts. Bissy tea is a hot drink made from Kola nut powder. Kola nuts are best known for improving mental alertness as they contain 1-2% theobromine and 2-3% caffeine. Lopez-Garcia, E., Rodriguez-Artalejo, F., Rexrode, K. M., Logroscino, G., Hu, F. B., and van Dam, R. M. Coffee consumption and risk of stroke in women. Circulation 3-3-2009;119(8):1116-1123. View abstract. Zhao LG, et al. (2017). Green tea consumption and cause-specific mortality: Results from two prospective cohort studies in China. Suffer from Insomnia. Bissy tea is a stimulant. So drinking too much of the tea may lead to insomnia.

Heart conditions: The caffeine in cola nut can cause irregular heartbeat in certain people. Use cola nut with caution if you have a heart condition. Avisar R, Avisar E, Weinberger D. Effect of coffee consumption on intraocular pressure. Ann Pharmacother 2002;36:992-5.. View abstract. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182

Be watchful with this combination • Birth control pills (Contraceptive drugs) interacts with COLA NUT Griffiths, R. R. and Chausmer, A. L. Caffeine as a model drug of dependence: recent developments in understanding caffeine withdrawal, the caffeine dependence syndrome, and caffeine negative reinforcement. Nihon Shinkei Seishin Yakurigaku Zasshi 2000;20(5):223-231. View abstract. Institute of Medicine. Caffeine for the Sustainment of Mental Task Performance: Formulations for Military Operations. Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2001. Available at: https://books.nap.edu/books/0309082587/html/index.html. Citrus juice. Citrus fruits are a great source of vitamin C. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and is important for overall health. An older 2007 study also found that an increase in vitamin C intake lowered the likelihood of people developing BPH. Hagg S, Spigset O, Mjorndal T, Dahlqvist R. Effect of caffeine on clozapine pharmacokinetics in healthy volunteers. Br J Clin Pharmacol 2000;49:59-63. View abstract.