Learn About Cardamom

Ayurvedic Name: Elaichi Botanical Name: Ellettaria Cardamomum

Origin & Physical Properties:

In India Cardamom is called as the ‘Queen of Spices’ and rightly so is one of the most valued spices in the world. Cardamom grows as a perennial herb with very large leaves and white or palegreen flowers. The dried cardamom fruits of the plant have healing properties.Originating in Southern India this spice moved westwards and was extensively used for consumption and as medicine. The earliest mention of cardamom in the western world is by Theophrastus in 4th Century B.C.

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Healing Properties:

The aroma and the healing properties of the cardamom are owing to the volatile oil in its seeds. It is mainly used for relieving flatulence and for strengthening the digestive system.

In Digestive Disorders

Cardamom rectifies air element and water element imbalance in the body. It is helpful in relieving gas and heartburn.

* Ground Cardamom seeds mixed with Ginger, Cloves and Coriander, is an effective remedy for indigestion.

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