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.
- 最佳证据
- A
- 注意事项
- —
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
- 大多数研究表明Polygonum minus可能具有抗氧化和抗炎作用，这可能是由于其酚类和黄酮类化合物。
- 对Biokesum® Polygonum minus（Persicaria minor）标准化提取物进行的三项遗传毒性测试均为阴性。
- 六个月内使用Biokesum®补充剂可能改善了轻度认知障碍老年人的视觉记忆、负面情绪、BDNF水平和甘油三酯水平。
- 研究发现miR156a靶向PmFBK2，可能影响Persicaria minor中与压力相关的蛋白质相互作用。
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: 大多数研究表明Polygonum minus可能具有抗氧化和抗炎作用，这可能是由于其酚类和黄酮类化合物。
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.
来源
- 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