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Cardamom: Properties, benefits and contraindications

What is cardamom and what is it used for?

cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) is one of those delicate spices that they transport with their fine, spicy and camphor flavor to the magic of oriental traditions.

Native to the forested areas of southern India and Sri Lankais cultivated on a large scale in the state of Kerala, where it has given its name to a jungle range, as well as in Southeast Asia, East Africa and Central America. It flowers from April to May and the fruits are harvested in October.after the monsoons.

cardamom seedsbrown or black in color, are one of the most valued oriental spices, and one of the basic ingredients of Indian curry and of the garam masala.

in the middle east aromatizes teas and coffeesand in northern Europe and Russia it is highly valued in cakes, breads and biscuitsas well as to elaborate liquors.

Its composition includes a essential oil with borneol, limonene and cineolestarch, resins, mucilages, fatty acids such as caprylic, linoleic and palmitic, and phytosterols.

It comes in the form of small pods or grains, green or dry, for infusion or decoction; but also ground into powder (extracting the seeds), in liquid extract and in tincture.

Benefits and properties of cardamom

Related to him gingercardamom stands out as digestion stimulantas carminative and tonic. Result ideal to gain appetiteespecially after a period of discomfort or loss of appetite.Avoid stomach heaviness, abdominal swelling, and gasesflatulence and meteorism. It also helps prevent bad breath and bad taste in mouthand counteracts the garlic flavor.In the India this spice is prescribed to treat the flu bronchitis and asthmaand in China Is taken against incontinence.Cardamom is considered to have bacteriostatic, antiseptic and antifungal properties, and its essential oil is applied on skin infections and skin fungus.In aromatherapy, to the smell of cardamom antiseptic, antispasmodic, stimulant and carminative properties are attributed to it. It is intended for digestive problems, but also to treat mental fatigue, nervous tension and lack of sexual interest; that is why it is often said that it has properties antidepressants. As a spice, cardamom is used as a powder for flavoring rice, stews, soups and desserts, and goes well with savory or oregano.

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Natural remedies with cardamom

To combat bad breath and heartburn: It is very useful in infusion along with fennel and caraway or oregano. Some people prefer to add a few drops of lemon juice lemon or a teaspoon of Honey to attenuate its spiciness.Cardamom tea to relieve gas: This tasty drink combines cardamom, star anise, licorice root and cinnamon stick in equal parts.
How to prepare it: Before blending, the cardamom seed, which is used in its pod, is lightly tapped to break open. Then add a tablespoon of the mixture per cup of water. Boil it for about three minutes, let it rest covered for another five minutes and take it hot after the main meals.For the body and mind: In India you take a infusion of cardamom and ginger to balance the energetic state of the organism, and the green tea with cardamom It is the typical drink of Kashmir.

Contraindications of cardamom

Cardamom essential oil should not be taken orally, especially pregnant women, nursing mothers and children under 12 years of age; should also be avoided in case of gastritis, gastroduodenal ulcer, liver disease and epilepsy.

Advisor: J Mª Teixé, herbalist at “El Manantial de Salud”

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