Alpinia Zerumbet: A Review of the Chemistry, Quantity, and Pharmacological Properties of Selected Kavalactones

July 2023 in “ Journal of Natural Remedies ”

Eric Wei Chiang Chan, Mio Kezuka, Hung Tuck Chan, Siu Kuin Wong

Alpinia zerumbet shell ginger kavalactones Dihydro-5,6-dehydrokawain DDK Dehydrokawain DK hair growth

TLDR Shell ginger contains kavalactones that promote hair growth and have anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and anti-obesity effects.

Alpinia zerumbet, or shell ginger, contains kavalactones such as Dihydro-5,6-dehydrokawain (DDK) and Dehydrokawain (DK), with DDK being more abundant in most plant parts. These kavalactones exhibit a range of pharmacological properties, including promoting hair growth, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and anti-obesity effects, among others. The review suggests further research in these areas, with information sourced from various scientific databases.

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