Hermetica Superfood Encyclopedia
Legacy index-continuity record: the score and narrative are provisional and must not be represented as validated or human-approved.
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Jambolan seed contains concentrated ellagitannins (0.5%) and alkaloids like jamboline that activate PPAR-alpha and PPAR-gamma receptors to enhance glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity. The bioactive compounds also boost endogenous antioxidants including glutathione peroxidase and catalase while inhibiting carbohydrate-hydrolyzing enzymes.
Reported Benefits (Provisional)
Origin & History
Jambolan (Syzygium cumini), also known as Java Plum or Black Plum, is a fruit-bearing tree native to the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and parts of Eastern Africa. Flourishing in tropical and subtropical climates, its seeds are highly valued in functional nutrition for their potent blood sugar-regulating, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties.
Research Narrative (Provisional)
Research, including in vitro, animal, and some human studies, supports Jambolan's efficacy in glycemic control, antioxidant potency, and immune modulation. Studies highlight its neuroprotective activity and benefits for gut health, positioning it as a scientifically supported botanical for modern metabolic wellness.
Preparation & Dosage
Dosage guidance is withheld because the publication gate has not recorded adequate support for this profile.
Nutritional Profile
- Macronutrients: Dietary Fiber - Vitamins: Vitamin C, Vitamin E, B Vitamins - Minerals: Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Iron - Phytochemicals/Bioactives: Alkaloids (Jamboline, Jambosine), Anthocyanins, Flavonoids, Ellagic Acid, Tannins, Saponins, Polyphenols, Phytosterols, Digestive Enzymes
Reported Mechanism (Provisional)
Jambolan seed's ellagitannins (0.5%) and alkaloids including jamboline and jambosine activate peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPAR) alpha and gamma to enhance fatty acid and glucose metabolism. The compounds boost endogenous antioxidants like glutathione, glutathione peroxidase, catalase, and superoxide dismutase while reducing lipid peroxidation. Additional mechanisms include inhibition of carbohydrate-hydrolyzing enzymes and DPPH radical scavenging activity.
Clinical Narrative (Provisional)
Current evidence for jambolan seed is primarily from in vitro and animal studies, with no published randomized controlled trials in humans. Laboratory studies demonstrate DPPH radical inhibition of 47.54% and antioxidant capacity of 158.69 μM TE/g in concentrated extracts. One experimental study contradicted traditional antihyperglycemic claims, showing absence of blood sugar effects in animal models. Human clinical data with specific dosages, sample sizes, and statistical outcomes remains absent despite traditional use.
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