Grains of paradise
Aframomum melegueta
Aframomum melegueta，也称为鳄梨胡椒或天堂籽，是西非烹饪和医学中的一种传统香料。其在传统实践中的使用情况记录不多，但在各种研究中显示出潜力。科学证据表明，将 Aframomum melegueta 种子粉添加到饲料中可以缓解肉鸡的热应激效应，改善它们的生长性能和肝功能。此外，种子通过微生物生物转化表现出潜在的肾保护活性，这由AMPK结合亲和力所证实。在另一项研究中，Aframomum melegueta 和 Aframomum danielli 的种子均能改善阿托品处理大鼠的认知功能，其中 A. melegueta 效果更佳。尚未发现该植物的重大安全问题或记录的药物相互作用。
- 最佳证据
- D
- 注意事项
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仅供参考。传统用法并不代表已被证实有效。证据与安全性各不相同，请查阅所引来源。
科学怎么说
- Aframomum melegueta and Aframomum danielli seeds improved cognitive function in scopolamine-treated rats, with A. melegueta showing greater efficacy.
- Aframomum melegueta的生物活性化合物的微生物生物转化产生了具有潜在肾保护作用的代谢物，如AMPK结合亲和力所示。
- Aframomum melegueta seed powder supplementation partially or fully restored growth performance and hepatic function in broilers exposed to aflatoxin B₁.
- Dietary alligator pepper seed powder at 1,000 mg/kg mitigated thermal stress-induced performance suppression, oxidative stress, immune dysfunction, and inflammation in broiler chickens.
Frequently asked questions
What is Grains of paradise?
Grains of paradise (Aframomum melegueta) 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 Grains of paradise?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Grains of paradise; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Aframomum melegueta and Aframomum danielli seeds improved cognitive function in scopolamine-treated rats, with A. melegueta showing greater efficacy.
How strong is the evidence for Grains of paradise?
The strongest finding for Grains of paradise carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Grains of paradise safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Grains of paradise in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Grains of paradise interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Grains of paradise in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Grains of paradise?
Grains of paradise is also known as: Maniguette.
Is Grains of paradise 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.
来源
- T2 Neuroprotective effects of dietary inclusions of alligator pepper (Aframomum melegueta) and bastard melegueta (Aframomum danielli) seeds on scopolamine-induced amnesia in rats. literature abstract metadata
- T2 In silico nephroprotective evaluation of microbial biotransformed metabolites from Aframomum melegueta. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Dietary melegueta seed powder modulates growth, hepatic function, and biomarkers to counteract aflatoxin B₁ toxicity in broilers. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Dietary alligator pepper powder mitigates thermal stress-induced performance suppression, immune dysfunction, and cellular stress in broiler chickens reared under hot-humid tropical conditions. literature abstract metadata