Grains of Paradise

What Is Grains of Paradise?

Grains of Paradise (Aframomum melegueta) is a spice derived from the seeds of a flowering plant in the ginger family. Native to West Africa, it has a long history of traditional culinary and botanical use.

In modern sports nutrition, Grains of Paradise is commonly included in formulations focused on metabolism, thermogenic activity, and performance support.

Where Grains of Paradise Comes From

Grains of Paradise is harvested from the seeds of the Aframomum melegueta plant. The seeds are dried and processed into a concentrated extract for use in supplements.

Supplement-grade extracts are typically standardised for active compounds such as 6-paradol and 6-gingerol, which are associated with its functional properties.

The Grains of Paradise We Use

In our formulations, we use standardised Grains of Paradise extract, selected for quality, consistency, and active compound content.

Why this ingredient is included:

• Plant-derived and non-stimulant

• Widely studied in metabolic-focused supplementation

• Allows for precise, transparent dosing

• Suitable for performance and conditioning formulas

• Thermogenic activity

• Metabolic processes

• Energy expenditure during training or active periods

It is commonly found in products designed for body composition support and conditioning-focused supplementation.

What Grains of Paradise Is Known For

Grains of Paradise is commonly associated with:

• Supporting thermogenesis

• Increased metabolic activity

• Complementing fat metabolism pathways

• Use in stimulant-free or low-stimulant formulations

It does not act as a central nervous system stimulant like caffeine.

Typical Dosing Information

Grains of Paradise is commonly used within the following ranges:

• Low to moderate range: ~10–20 mg per day
  Often used in combination with other metabolic ingredients.

• Higher range: ~30–40 mg per day
  Used in more advanced thermogenic formulations.

Dosing depends on extract standardisation and active compound concentration.

Which Products Contain Grains of Paradise?

Grains of Paradise is included in selected products where metabolic and conditioning support are core formulation goals.

Products That Contain Grains of Paradise

• Fat metabolism or conditioning-focused supplements

• Thermogenic or body composition formulations

• Stimulant-free metabolic blends

Each product label clearly states:

• Grains of Paradise content per serving

• Extract standardisation (where applicable)

• Suggested use directions