When should you take Matin 4G with guarana and mushrooms?
Forté Pharma Matin 4G is a powdered dietary supplement designed to be prepared as a hot beverage, available in two flavors: Cocoa and Coffee. Each cup combines the “4G” complex—guarana, Siberian ginseng (eleutherococcus), ginger, and royal jelly, with 125 mg of Lion’s Mane extract and 125 mg of Cordyceps CS-4 extract, in a chicory inulin base. It joins the family of ginseng dietary supplements thanks to the inclusion of Siberian ginseng.
Guarana supports alertness. It is the source of the drink’s caffeine, provided in moderate amounts, at a time of day when many people are looking to get started without drinking multiple cups of coffee.
Siberian ginseng helps maintain physical and mental performance. Despite its name, eleuthero is a plant distinct from Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng), whose root is used here.
Ginger promotes digestive comfort. Chicory inulin, a soluble plant fiber, forms the base of the powder. The Cocoa flavor is based on low-fat cocoa; the Coffee flavor is based on a coffee extract combined with a small amount of cocoa. Both are prepared the same way: one cup in the morning.
Matin 4G contains no vitamins or minerals. Magnesium helps reduce fatigue: for this, we recommend Alvityl Magnesium Vitamin B6, available in caffeine-free tablets without royal jelly, which complements your morning cup by providing nutrients not found in the powder.
How do you prepare this powdered drink?
Directions
- Pour 1 measuring spoon into a cup
- Add 100 ml of hot water
- Stir until completely dissolved.
- Enjoy as is or with a splash or froth of milk. One cup per day.
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Precautions
- For adults only. Contains caffeine, ginger, and ginseng: not recommended for those under 18.
- Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- Contains guarana: do not consume if you have a peptic ulcer, heart conditions (arrhythmia, high blood pressure), or hyperthyroidism.
- Contains caffeine (maximum 30 mg per daily dose): take this into account when considering other sources of caffeine throughout the day (coffee, tea, sodas, energy drinks). For adults, total daily caffeine intake should be kept below 400 mg.
- Contains royal jelly: not recommended for people allergic to bee products, those with asthma, or those with atopic conditions. Pollen allergy is an additional risk factor.
- Consult a healthcare professional if you have epilepsy or liver disease.
- If you are taking medication, particularly anticoagulants or antidiabetic drugs, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
- Siberian ginseng may cause insomnia, irritability, a rapid heartbeat, or headaches. Do not take it for more than 2 consecutive months without consulting a healthcare professional.
- Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
- A dietary supplement should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
- Store at a temperature below 25°C, protected from light and moisture, in its tightly sealed container. Keep out of reach of young children.
What are the ingredients in each flavor of Matin 4G?
Ingredients — Cocoa
Chicory inulin (Cichorium intybus L.) (2,621 mg), Low-fat cocoa powder (Theobroma cacao L.) (1,750 mg), Guarana seed dry extract (Paullinia cupana Kunth) (195 mg), Lion’s mane fruiting body dry extract (Hericium erinaceus (Bull.) Pers.) (125 mg), Dry extract of fermented Cordyceps CS-4 mycelium (Paecilomyces hepiali) (125 mg), Dry extract of Siberian ginseng root (Eleutherococcus senticosus Rupr. et Maxim.) (100 mg), Dry extract of ginger rhizome (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) (50 mg), Freeze-dried royal jelly powder (34 mg).
Ingredients — Coffee
Chicory inulin (Cichorium intybus L.) (2361 mg), Decaffeinated coffee extract (Coffea canephora Pierre ex A. Froehner) powder (1,500 mg), Low-fat cocoa powder (Theobroma cacao L.) (500 mg), Dry extract of guarana seed (Paullinia cupana Kunth) (205 mg), Dry extract of lion’s mane fruiting body (Hericium erinaceus (Bull.) Pers.) (125 mg), Dry extract of fermented Cordyceps CS-4 mycelium (Paecilomyces hepiali) (125 mg), Dry extract of Siberian ginseng root (Eleutherococcus senticosus Rupr. et Maxim.) (100 mg), Dry extract of ginger rhizome (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) (50 mg), Freeze-dried royal jelly powder (34 mg).
Amounts listed per cup.
Comparison Table of Nutrients per Serving – Cocoa and Coffee
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Substances
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Cocoa (mg/serving)
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Coffee (mg/serving)
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Chicory inulin (Cichorium intybus L.)
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2,621 mg
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2,361 mg
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Non-fat cocoa powder (Theobroma cacao L.)
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1,750 mg
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500 mg
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Decaffeinated coffee extract (Coffea canephora)
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—
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1,500 mg
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Guarana dry extract (Paullinia cupana Kunth)
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195 mg
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205 mg
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Dry extract of lion’s mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus)
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125 mg
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125 mg
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Cordyceps CS-4 dry extract (Paecilomyces hepiali)
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125 mg
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125 mg
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Siberian ginseng dry extract (Eleutherococcus senticosus)
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100 mg
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100 mg
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Ginger (Zingiber officinale) dry extract
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50 mg
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50 mg
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Freeze-dried royal jelly powder
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34 mg
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34 mg
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Total per serving
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5,000 mg
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5,000 mg
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Note: Both formulas provide 5 g of active ingredients per serving. The amounts of lion’s mane, cordyceps, Siberian ginseng, ginger, and royal jelly are identical. The differences mainly concern inulin, cocoa, decaffeinated coffee, and guarana.
Packaging
150-g pouch with measuring spoon, enough for 30 cups, approximately 30 days at one cup per day. Two flavors: Cocoa and Coffee.
Our Expert Advice on Forté Pharma Matin 4G
The key consideration before your first cup isn’t the caffeine—which is modest—but your overall health: heart, blood pressure, thyroid, stomach, and, importantly, any allergies to bee products in people with asthma. If any of these issues apply to you, you should consider this before purchasing, not after the first week.
For drivers, one cup in the morning for a limited period is better than continuous use throughout the year: this is the same principle as with Siberian ginseng, where the recommended intake window listed in the precautions serves as your guide. A morning drink is no substitute for a good night’s sleep.
FAQ
Can Forté Pharma Matin 4G replace my morning coffee?
Yes, that’s what the drink is intended for, and it contains much less caffeine than a typical cup of coffee: an espresso contains about 80 mg, and a cup of filter coffee about 90 mg. The taste is different—closer to a cocoa-based drink for the Cacao flavor.
Does the coffee in Forté Pharma Matin 4G Café contain caffeine?
No, the coffee extract in the “Coffee” flavor is decaffeinated. The caffeine in the drink comes from guarana, in both the “Coffee” and “Cocoa” flavors.
Can I take Forté Pharma Matin 4G in the afternoon?
The drink is designed for the morning. It’s still possible to have it in the early afternoon, but the caffeine from guarana—even in small amounts—can make it harder for sensitive individuals to fall asleep if taken late in the day.