Health benefits of grain of Paradise
1. Antimicrobial Properties
Seed extract of grain of paradise has antimicrobial properties due to its constituents of phenolic compounds that are normally used as disinfectants. Several scientific researchers have revealed that Aframomum melegueta extract is broad spectrum and has inhibitory effect on the growth of bacteria like Salmonella typhi, Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella pneumonia etc. Use it on a daily basis to get benefited.
2. Treatment of Gastrointestinal Disorders
The seeds extracts of the grain of paradise can be used for treating gastrointestinal disorders such as stomach pain, diarrhea, ulcer and intestinal worms. Regular use of this grain is found quite beneficial for dealing with gastrointestinal problems.
3. Wound Healing
Seeds are crushed and are used for preparing brews for treating and healing wounds. It consists of high amount of tannin that is distinguished by its stringent property and as such it is very effective for healing wounds, treating burns and calming inflamed mucous membrane.
4. Anti-oxidizing Properties
Grain of Paradise seeds are an excellent source of phytonutrients such as terpenoids, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, cardiac glycosides, saponin and phenolic compound. They search for free radicals and offer protections against viruses, allergens, microbes, platelet aggregation, tumors, ulcers and hepato toxins in the body. This suggests why it is commonly used in folk medicine for preventing and undertaking intestinal problems.
5. Dermatological Care
Grain of paradise can be used for preparing herbal remedy for treating infectious skin diseases such as measles, chickenpox and smallpox.
6. Anti-inflammatory Properties
Grain of paradise seeds has anti-inflammatory properties due to its constituent of gingerol that prevents the leukotriene and prostaglandins synthesis. Apart from that it offers protection against inflammation of the body.
7. Analgesic Properties
Aqueous extract of the plant is analgesic in nature and can be used for relieving and alleviating pains such as joint pain, toothache, stomach pain, arthritic pain and rheumatoid pain. Use it regularly to get rid from almost all kinds of pains.
8. Digestive Properties
Regular uses of seeds of grain of paradise help easy digestion of food thus preventing constipation and bloating.
9. Stimulating Properties
Due to its stimulating properties and peppery pungent taste, grain of paradise is normally chewed as a stimulant to keep the body alert.
10. Malaria Treatment
Leaves are used for preparing herbal medicines for preventing and treating malaria.