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Dietary supplement

Grains of Paradise Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

Liquid Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Grains of Paradise is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and bloating, weight and metabolism support, aphrodisiac (traditional use).We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: Grains of Paradise Seed Extract in dry form. Grains of Paradise is a spice native to West Africa; the extract concentrates the compounds from the seeds.

The liquid also includes alcohol, water, and glycerin as inactive ingredients to carry the extract.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Grains Of Paradise product and its label doesn't state a use — see Grains Of Paradise's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

We don't have effectiveness data on file for Grains of Paradise extract. The evidence for its use isn't established in the research we hold, so we can't tell you how well it works or what you might expect from taking it.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Grains Of Paradise

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Grains of Paradise is likely safe in food amounts, but supplement safety hasn't been well studied. The safety data advises against using medicinal or supplement amounts during pregnancy.

There isn't enough information to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding, so talk with your pharmacist or doctor before using it during lactation. No adverse effects are documented in the data we hold.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Grains Of Paradise

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented for this ingredient in our data.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

If you're curious about Grains of Paradise as a spice or flavoring, food amounts are considered likely safe. For supplement use — especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take medications — talk with your pharmacist first, since the research on it is thin.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 21, 2024.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Grains of Paradise, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 7386005183966
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 21, 2024
DSLD ID 325065
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
7386005183966
IngredientAmount% DV
Grains of Paradise Seed Extract, Dry983 mg--

Other ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz. of juice or water up to 4 times a day.

Precautions

We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking. May have contraindications and cause adverse reaction.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications. Keep out of the reach of children!

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formulation

cGMP Made in compliance with cGMP 21 CFR 111 in an FDA registered and inspected facility.

Sugar free

Expertly extracted 100% natural Premium product

Organic alcohol

No artificial ingredients, color additives, fillers or binders.

Natural Gluten free

Formula

Aframomum melegueta

Organic alcohol

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

General Statements

Organic raw material.

See for yourself

Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

983 mg per serving

Grains of paradise is a West African spice in the ginger family that people use for digestion, as a spice, and more recently in supplements aimed at m...

Grains of Paradise Seed Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Grains of Paradise. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Grains of Paradise, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra LLC
Phone Number
+18083857868
Web Address
herbalterra.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Grains of Paradise. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Grains of Paradise contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is Grains of Paradise safe to take while I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against using medicinal or supplement amounts during pregnancy because there isn't enough research. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you.
Can I use this while breastfeeding?
There's too little information to say it's safe while breastfeeding. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before using it — they can help you weigh the unknowns against what you need.
What is Grains of Paradise used for?
We don't have effectiveness data on file for this extract, so we can't tell you what the research shows it's meant to do. The spice itself is used in cooking, but supplement claims aren't documented in our data.
Does it have side effects?
No adverse effects are documented in our data. That doesn't mean they don't exist — it means the research we hold doesn't list any — so watch for anything unusual and let your pharmacist know.

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The Full Monographs Behind Grains of Paradise’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Grains of Paradise's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 2 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Grains Of Paradise 2 references
  1. Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know — NIH Office of Dietary Supplements Source
  2. Using Dietary Supplements Wisely — NIH NCCIH Source

See these in context on the Grains Of Paradise monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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