Benefits of Cardamom.
Cardamom is called the queen of spices. It is dried fruit of a plant which is grown perineally. The seeds of cardamom are commonly used in cooking because of its aroma and taste. Cardamom is grown in Southern Part of India, Sri Lanka and Guatemala. It is called elaichi in these countries of its growth. There are two types of cardamom – the green cardamom which is more expensive and has a stronger flavor and the black cardamom. Cardamom seeds are also commonly used as additives in tea and coffee, because of the unique taste and flavor, they imparts to these beverages. Besides its unique taste and flavor, cardamom has certain health benefits which range across several systems of our body.
Contents of Cardamom.
- Proteins.
- Carbohydrates.
- Crude fiber.
- Minerals like Copper, Phosphorus and Iron.
- Volatile oil which contains cineol, sabinene, terpineol and limonene in the form of formic and acetic acids.
image of green cardamom.
image of black cardamom.
Health Benefits of Cardamom.
1)Cardamom benefits on Digestive System.
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- Good Appetizer.
- Carminative – Gets rid of stomach and intestinal gas.
- Helps to get rid of stomach cramps.
- Gives relief from acidity and heartburn.
2) Cardamom has detoxifying properties which help to get rid of toxins and impurities from the body.
3) Cardamom helps to improve blood circulation.
4) Cardamom gives a soothing effect to sore throat.
5) Cardamom is used in the treatment of bad breadth ( called halitosis). Therefore it is often used as a mouth freshener.
6) Cardamom is used to treat respiratory tract infections due to allergy such as colds, cough, bronchitis and bronchial asthma.
7) Cardamom acts as a general tonic and helps reduce general weakness.
8)Cardamom is used to treat mouth ulcers by allowing the seeds of cardamom to stay in the mouth and swallowing the juice.
9)Cardamom acts as a mild diuretic and helps in proper urination, thereby preventing urinary tract infection and stones. This property, therefore also helps in problems related to water retention.
10) Cardamom helps in the excretion of bile and acts as a good liver booster.
11) Cardamom is also used as supplementary treatment in neuralgia (nerve pain).
12) Cardamom, in proper dosage is used in the treatment of impotency or erectile dysfunction.
13) Cardamom is used in patients having spasms and convulsions.
14) Cardamom oil is used in ayurvedic massage and gives muscle relief and body relief.
Side effects of cardamom are rare and include skin rashes and acid reflux.
Caution: Except that used in cooking, additional doses of cardamom are not to be used in pregnant and lactating women.
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