Herbal Medicus
Elaichi Sabz | Cardamom Green | الائچی سبز
Elaichi Sabz | Cardamom Green | الائچی سبز
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Arabic Name : Haal, Habb al-haal, Qaaqulla Sagheer, Khayr Buwwa
English Name : Cardamom
Hindi Name : Chhoti Elaichi
Latin name : Elettaria cardamomum Maton.
Punjabi Name : Illachi, Chhoti Ilachi
Sanskrit Name : Ela, Truti
Urdu Name : Elaichi Khurd, Heel Khurd
CARDAMOM:
Cardamom is used as an acrid, antioxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, appetiser, aromatic, astringent, carminative, cholagogue, cooling, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, exhilarant, expectorant, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, sweet, tonic and flavouring agent. The volatile components of cardamom exhibit antimicrobial activity. The oil has antiaflatoxin substances. In herbal medicine, cardamom is chewed slowly to sweeten the breath, to check nausea and vomiting, as aphrodisiac, to soothe digestion, stimulate the appetite, used against dyspepsia, flatulence, colic and disorders of the body, often combined with purgatives to offset griping. It improves the flow of bile out of the gall bladder and prevents viruses from multiplying.
It is also reported to possess analgesic, antiinflammatory and cardiotonic properties. Also useful in asthma, bronchitis, kidney stone, urinary disorders and debility. It cures headaches and improves blood circulation. It is also useful in sexual disorders like impotency and premature ejaculation.
Recommended Dosage: 250 mg to 1 g powder.
A 2009 Indian clinical study found that (Elaichi) successfully lowered blood pressure in 20 adults over a 3-month period. Those taking part in the trial had “a feeling of well-being without any side-effects”. The herb has a long-established antispasmodic action.
BENEFITS
- Elaichi benefits have been highly valued both as a spice and a medicine
- Cardamom is an effective treatment for bad breath, and when taken with garlic helps to reduce its smell.
- It is used in India for many conditions, including asthma, bronchitis, kidney stones, anorexia, debility, and weakened Vata.
- Elaichi benefits have been used for the relief of digestive problems, especially indigestion, wind and griping, and irritable bowel syndrome.
