Grains of paradise

Grains of Paradise are the fruits and seeds of the Aframomum melegueta plant. Grains of paradise are used as medicine. Grains of paradise are used as a stimulant.

How do grains of paradise work?

There is not enough information available to say how grains of paradise might work as a medicine.

How effective are grains of paradise?

There is not enough scientific data to make a statement about the effectiveness of grains of paradise when used as a stimulant. Further scientific research is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of grains of paradise for this type of use.

Safety and side effects

Grains ofparadise may be safe and harmless for most adults. However, they may cause irritation of the stomach, intestines and urinary tract.

Precautions and warnings

Pregnancy and lactation: Not enough is known about the use of grains of paradise during pregnancy and lactation. For this reason, pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid grains of paradise.

Interactions

There is currently no information on interactions between grains of paradise and medications or supplements.

Dosage

An appropriate dosage of grains of paradise depends on various factors such as age, state of health and others. At the present time, there is insufficient scientific data to make a statement about appropriate dosage ranges for grains of paradise. For this reason, you should follow the dosage instructions on the label and/or consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.

References

1. Ilic N, Schmidt BM, Poulev A, Raskin I. Toxicological evaluation of Grains of Paradise (Aframomum melegueta) [Roscoe] K. Shum. J Ethnopharmacol 2010;127:352-6.