Small Water-pepper
Persicaria minor
Persicaria minor, also known as Polygonum minus, is a plant traditionally used in various Asian and traditional medicine practices. While specific uses are not well-documented, it has been studied for its potential health benefits. Scientific evidence suggests that Persicaria minor may have antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties due to the presence of phenolic and flavonoid compounds. A standardized extract from Biokesum® Polygonum minus showed no genotoxic effects in three different tests and potentially improved visual memory, negative mood, brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), and triglyceride levels among older adults with mild cognitive impairment over a six-month period. The study also indicated that miR156a may target PmFBK2, influencing stress-related protein interactions within the plant. No major safety concerns or recorded drug interactions have been identified for Persicaria minor to date.
- Beste Evidenz
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- Warnhinweise
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Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.
Was die Wissenschaft sagt
- Die meisten Studien deuten darauf hin, dass Polygonum minus potentielle antioxidative und entzündungshemmende Wirkungen aufweist, was möglicherweise an seine phenolischen und Flavonoid-Verbindungen liegt.
- Die drei Genotoxizitätsprüfungen am Biokesum® Polygonum minus (Persicaria minor)-Standardextrakt ergaben negative Ergebnisse.
- Eine Supplementation von sechs Monaten mit Biokesum® hat möglicherweise die visuelle Erinnerungsfähigkeit, das negative Stimmungsbild, die BDNF-Werte und den Triglyzeridspiegel bei älteren Erwachsenen mit MCI verbessert.
- Die Studie zeigte an, dass miR156a PmFBK2 zielt, potentiell die Proteingehäufungen im Zusammenhang mit dem Stress bei Persicaria minor beeinflusst.
Frequently asked questions
What is Small Water-pepper?
Small Water-pepper (Persicaria minor) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Small Water-pepper?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Small Water-pepper; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Die meisten Studien deuten darauf hin, dass Polygonum minus potentielle antioxidative und entzündungshemmende Wirkungen aufweist, was möglicherweise an seine phenolischen und Flavonoid-Verbindungen liegt.
How strong is the evidence for Small Water-pepper?
The strongest finding for Small Water-pepper carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Small Water-pepper safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Small Water-pepper in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Small Water-pepper interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Small Water-pepper in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Small Water-pepper?
Small Water-pepper is also known as: Persicaire mineure, Petite renouée, Petite persicaire, Renouée fluette, Renouée mineure.
Is Small Water-pepper a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Quellen
- T2 Antioxidative and anti-inflammatory activities of Polygonum minus: a review of literature. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The effects of six months Persicaria minor extract supplement among older adults with mild cognitive impairment: a double-blinded, randomized, and placebo-controlled trial. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Genotoxicity Evaluation of Biokesum® Polygonum minus (Persicaria Minor) Standardized Extract Using Bacterial Reverse Mutation, In Vitro Micronucleus, and In Vitro Chromosomal Aberration Studies. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Persicaria minor F-box protein, PmFBK2 targeted by miR156a in response to MeJA treatment, potentially affects stress-related proteins. literature abstract metadata