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Cardamom
Cardamom
Parts Used:
The seeds and pods contain a volatile oil which is used in perfumes and as a stimulant.
Uses:
Asthma, belching, biliousness, bronchitis, colds, cough, diarrhea, headache, hoarseness, indigestion, involuntary urination, nausea, respiratory disorders, stomach complaints
to stimulate the mind.
Cardamom seeds are useful for flatulence, but they are usually used as adjuvants with other remedies. They are also used as a spice in cooking and as a flavoring in other medicines.
The seeds and pods contain a volatile oil which is used in perfumes and as a stimulant. The aphrodisiac properties of cardamom are extolled in Arabian Nights- the people in Middle East still believe that cardamom possesses such properties. Cardamom is a stimulant, it cools the body in extreme heat and it aids digestion.
Remedy for Celiac Disease: Chinese use powdered cardamom sprinkled on cooked cereal to correct celiac disease (intolerance for the gluten commonly occurring in children, marked by frequent diarrhea and continual digestive problems.)
Dosage:
Infusion (don't boil seeds), powder, milk decoction
*Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb.
