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Uses of Cardamom the Energizing Spice:

Special to Indian taste buds, Cardamom is not only unique to our land but also to our senses. The addition of this fragrant spice can add layers of taste to your tea, food, and overall dining experience. Cardamom, along with being a multi-purpose spice used in curries, bread, rice, and liquid preparations, also brings with it many health benefits. (More Details)

• Digestive issues: Cardamom is great for curing and preventing digestive issues. Other than this, it is also good for boosting digestive health. The cooling effects of cardamom, despite being a spice, can help in relieving acidity. Along with this, cardamom can also help in treating gastrointestinal issues like indigestion, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and spasms.
• Bad breath: Cardamom has anti-bacterial properties which help in getting rid of bad breath as it helps in neutralizing dental bacteria.
• Depression: Due to the aromatic power it holds, Cardamom has the added benefit of helping those going through mental stress, depression, or any other mental health issue. You can boil cardamom in water or simply have it added to your tea for the best results.
• Expectorant action: For those suffering from asthma and bronchitis, Cardamom is a wonder spice for you. This is because cardamom can help improve blood circulation in the lungs by blood-thinning action.
• Sexual dysfunction: Sexual dysfunctions like impotency and premature ejaculation can also be successfully treated with cardamom. Consuming cardamom with milk and honey can do wonders for your sex life.

Other benefits :

Since cardamom is a multi-purpose spice, it is great for those suffering from bad metabolism, bad memory helps to detoxify your body and is great for that period of stomach cramps that seem impossible to bear.

What are the ways of using cardamom :

• Cardamom can be used in a variety of ways. It can be included in your daily chai and coffee, can be immersed in boiling water and consumed on an empty stomach, and even in your masala box.
• Cardamom is popularly used in Indian sweets like Gulab jamun and can also be used to make savory items and main course options like biryani, pulao, and kebabs.
• Practically everyone has cinnamon in their spice drawer but some may not know its many health benefits and uses. It is an ingredient in my favorite oral health products, and with good reason.
• This pleasant-tasting herb has a long history both in natural medicine and as a culinary favorite.