Cardamom

 

36 properties of cardamom that prevent blood clots in the brain by 80% by eating two seeds a day... 

We often use cardamom as a spice to add flavor and aroma to various foods and sweets.  Cardamom has many amazing medicinal properties beyond just a spice.  That is why the demand for cardamom is increasing day by day.  Cardamom has an important place as a crop that can get a very high commercial income due to its high price.  That is why this cardamom or cardamom has a very high value among spices.  That is why cardamom is also known as the seed of paradise or the queen of spices.  Cardamom, thought to have originated in the evergreen rain forests of southern India, has existed in various parts of the world with similar climates.  Many years ago people knew about the excellent properties of cardamom.  Cardamom belongs to Zingiberaceae genus and is cultivated in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, India etc. 

It is said that the ancient Egyptians even used this cardamom to preserve dead bodies.  It is also used as a medicine in Ayurveda and Unani system of medicine.  Cardamom oil is essential for the production of perfumes and colognes.  On the other hand, cardamom has been used since ancient times as an essential ingredient even in the preparation of betel nut. 

This cardamom is used as an essential spice in the bakery industry

In bread, buns, pastries, cakes, cookies, etc., as well as seasoning food like sausage hamburgers, cardamom cannot be without cardamom. It is an essential spice for chefs in the production of many desserts, including bites, masala dishes, fruit salad, ice cream, puddings, jellies.  Also cardamom.  Among these many uses, this cardamom also has many great medicinal properties that many people do not know.  That's why  As early as 400 BC, cardamom was used in the surgeries of old doctors for resuscitation. 

And BC.  It is mentioned that there was cardamom in the gardens of the Babylonian kings in 720 AD.  Not only that, since ancient times Arabs added cardamom to coffee to entertain guests.  Back then, people knew that the body would be stimulated and the body would be healthy through this drink to which cardamom was added.  Also, in Indian Ayurveda, cardamom was used as a great herb for reducing body fat and as an herb for cleansing the body.  So many nations have known the great herbal properties of cardamom since ancient times.  As Sri Lankans, it is very important to know about the wonderful properties of cardamom grown in Sri Lanka, so let's find out what those properties are. 

Medicinal properties of cardamom 

The body is endowed with the quality of coolness.

Good for indigestion.

Ama expels vata.

Increases appetite.

Good for skin diseases.

Brings healing for colds and flu.

Eliminates all diseases of the digestive system.

Nausea is gone.

Prevents cavities caused by harmful bacteria.

Improves blood circulation in the lungs.

Relieves respiratory problems like cold, cough, bronchitis etc.  Removes phlegm and relieves phlegm and congestion in the chest.

Improves digestion and prevents constipation.

Helps to remove waste from the body through the kidneys. 

Good for filling the stomach.

Cardamom's vitamin C, iron and niacin help in treating anemia.

Helps to get a healthy sleep by removing problems that disturb sleep like restlessness and anxiety.

Prevents heart attacks.

Improves immunity.

Prevents skin drying and protects the skin.

Nourishes hair.

Good for stress.

It helps to control the bad cholesterol in the blood, thereby preventing the formation of blood clots in the brain.

Very beneficial for those with sexual impotence.

Eliminates bad breath.

Heals mouth sores.

Beats obesity.

Helps to pass urine better.

Kidneys and urinary tract are well cleaned and protected.

Destroys cancer cells and eliminates the risk of cancer.

Very good for diabetes.

Protects against fungal and bacterial infections.

Relieves stomach pain.

Eliminates high blood pressure. 

Medicinal uses 

Because cardamom has the same properties as ginger for colds, it is beneficial to boil some cardamom and drink it for this fever.

Mouth diseases can be cured by rinsing the mouth twice a day with cardamom boiled water.

It is advisable to add ground cardamom to coffee for stomach pain.

By collecting cardamom for food on a daily basis, which is very high in price and quality, it is possible to live a healthy life by being protected from many diseases.  Especially for those with high sensitivity, it can cause allergies such as tightness of the chest, difficulty in breathing, so stop using cardamom if such discomfort occurs.