Aframomum Melegueta Extract

Aframomum Melegueta, commonly known as Grains of Paradise or Melegueta Pepper, is a potent botanical from the ginger family, native to West Africa. The extract is valued for its rich content of gingerol compounds, known to support weight loss, enhance metabolism, and act as a natural thermogenic fat burner.

Historically traded across the Sahara and revered in both spice and traditional medicine markets, this seed extract offers antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and aphrodisiac properties. It has been used to relieve ailments like stomach upset, colds, and inflammation, and is now gaining popularity in bodybuilding and fat-burning supplements.

Rich in compounds like 6-paradol and shogaol, it helps stabilize cell membranes, suppress appetite, and promote metabolic activity, making it ideal for formulations targeting natural weight management and energy enhancement.

Health & Fitness Applications:

• Weight Loss Support – Promotes thermogenesis and fat metabolism
• Bodybuilding Aid – Enhances energy and endurance during workouts
• Natural Aphrodisiac – Traditionally used to increase libido and vitality

Product Overview :

Synonyms: Grains of Paradise, Melegueta Pepper, Alligator Pepper, Guinea Pepper, Guinea Grain
Specification: 10:1 Extract
Appearance: Brown Fine Powder
Active Ingredients:6-Gingerol, 8-Gingerol, Methyl-6-Gingerol, 6-Shogaol, 6-Paradol, Rac-6-Dihydroparadol, 6-Gingeredione, {2-(5-butylfuran-2-yl)ethyl}
Plant Part Used: Seed
Test Method: HPLC