Overview

Grains of paradise is a plant that is related to ginger. The seeds are used as a spice and as medicine.

Be careful not to confuse grains of paradise with capsicum. Both are known as grains of paradise.

People use grains of paradise for conditions such as diarrhea, heart disease, obesity, and many others, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.

How does it work ?

Chemicals in the seeds of grains of paradise seem to decrease swelling (inflammation), kill certain bacteria, and help burn body fat.

Chemicals in the seeds of grains of paradise seem to decrease swelling (inflammation), kill certain bacteria, and help burn body fat.

Uses & Effectiveness ?

Insufficient Evidence for

More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of grains of paradise for this use.

Side Effects

When taken by mouth: Grains of paradise extracts are POSSIBLY SAFE for most adults when taken by mouth, short term. There isn't enough reliable information to know if grains of paradise extracts are safe when taken by mouth long-term.

Special Precautions and Warnings

When taken by mouth: Grains of paradise extracts are POSSIBLY SAFE for most adults when taken by mouth, short term. There isn't enough reliable information to know if grains of paradise extracts are safe when taken by mouth long-term.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if grains of paradise is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.

Interactions ?

We currently have no information for GRAINS OF PARADISE overview.

Dosing

The appropriate dose of grains of paradise depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for grains of paradise. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
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