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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: a certified organic liquid extract of Grains of Paradise (Aframomum melegueta) seed. Grains of Paradise is a West African spice traditionally used in cooking and herbal medicine.

The liquid extract is suspended in menstruum, an inactive carrier liquid that helps deliver the active ingredient.

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.

The facts on file don't contain effectiveness ratings for Grains of Paradise. We don't have established evidence data for what this ingredient is intended to do, so we can't tell you whether it works for any particular purpose based on what we hold.

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 generally well tolerated in the amounts you'd get from food seasoning, but how safe it is at supplement or medicinal doses hasn't been well studied. The safety data is too limited during pregnancy — the facts advise against medicinal or supplement amounts if you're pregnant.

There's also too little information to say it's safe while breastfeeding. If you're pregnant, nursing, or planning either, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product is right for you.

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 in our data for the ingredients we could check. That said, if you're on any medications, it's smart to confirm with your own pharmacist or doctor before adding this to your routine.

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.

This is a single-ingredient Grains of Paradise extract with no documented drug interactions. Because supplement-level safety data is limited, and it's not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, it's worth discussing with your own doctor or pharmacist before you use it — especially if you have any health conditions or are in a sensitive time of life.

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 Nov 21, 2020.

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) 7429523498430
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2020
DSLD ID 233868
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, 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
120
UPC/BARCODE
7429523498430
IngredientAmount% DV
certified organic Grains of Paradise (Aframomum melegueta) dried seed liquid extract970 mg--

Other ingredients: Menstruum

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Label statements
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Formulation

Origin of plant material: Morocco.

Manufactured in the USA in an FDA registered facility

Sugar free

Dried herb/menstruum ratio: 1:3 Expertly extracted Laboratory tested 330 mg/1 mL Premium product Super concentrated liquid herbal extract

Non GMO

No artificial ingredients, GMO, gluten, color additives, fillers, preservatives or binders. Natural Gluten Free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction 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. We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking this or any other herbal supplements.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Precautions

Caution May have contraindications.

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Consult a physician before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

Formula

Aframomum melegueta

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA Made in an FDA registered facility Natural Gluten Free

See for yourself

Grains of Paradise by Herbal Terra label

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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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

970 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...

Certified organic Grains of Paradise (Aframomum melegueta) dried seed liquid extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Menstruum. 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
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 pregnant?
The safety data advises against medicinal or supplement amounts during pregnancy because there isn't enough information to know it's safe at those doses. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your specific situation before taking this product.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
There's too little information to consider it safe while breastfeeding. Your doctor or pharmacist can help you weigh the risks and benefits for your individual circumstances.
What is Grains of Paradise used for?
Grains of Paradise is a West African spice traditionally used in cooking and herbal medicine. The facts on file don't specify what health purposes this supplement is intended to support.
Does this product have any known side effects?
No adverse effects are documented in the data we hold. Keep in mind that supplement-level safety hasn't been thoroughly studied, so uncommon side effects might not be captured in what we 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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