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Cardamom Elettaria cardamonuum

Common Names

Cardamom ,

Botanical Name

Elettaria cardamonuum

Family

ZINGIBERACEAE Ginger Family

Cardamom Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses:	Brain/Memory/Focus * Bronchitis * Congestion/Chest & Sinus * Culinary * Deodorants/Perfumes * Digestion/Indigestion *
Properties:	Antispasmodic* Aphrodisiac* Carminative* Cephalic* Digestive* Diuretic* Warm* Analgesic*
Parts Used:	seed pods, essential oil
Constituents:	volatile oil (3-6%, containing terpene and terpineol), cineol, starch, gum

Cardamom's spicy aroma clears
congestion and eases breath

Cardamom has been part of the Chinese and ayurvedic pharmacies for thousands of years. Long used in Asia as a culinary herb, it is primarily a tonic to the digestive system, kills the bacteria responsible for bad breath, and is well know for relief of nausea.

Cardamom has decongestant properties that make it useful in colds and congestion as well. Cardamom is perhaps the best source of a phytochemical called cineole, which helps break up chest congestion and gives the entire central nervous system a boost. Cardamom is found in many aphrodisiac formulas in Asia. The oil is a mild stimulant, warming with a lovely aroma.

Cardamom has a sweet, spicy, camphor-like aroma with floral undertones that imparts a warm note to masculine scents and floral perfumes. Learn More

Side Effects:

How to Use: Cardamom

Preparation Methods :Cardamom can be added to teas, coffee, or used as a spice in cooking. The essential oil is wonderful for external use. Powdered in capsules, cardamom looses strength and potency.

Remedies using : Cardamom After dinner delite spicy tea* Antidepressant foot massage* Cardamom Spice Tea* Cardamom Steam decongestant* Essential Oils for Congestion* Soothing Abdominal Massage* Warming massage*

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Certified Organic Cardamom Pods

Elettaria cardamomum Origin- Guatemala

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Certified Organic Chai

A warm, piquant, and delightful Chai made form 100% certified organic materials

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Contains: Organic Ginger root, organic Cinnamon, organic Cloves, organic Cardamom, organic Nutmeg, organic Darjeeling, and organic Vanilla bean. Contains Caffeine.

Certified Organic Winter Spice Tea

A warming winter blend and a great stress reducer. A spicy, festive and delicious decoction.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Contains All Organic: Eleuthero root, Sarsaparilla root, Cinnamon bark, Orange peel, Cardamom, Licorice root, roasted Dandelion root, ginger root, and Cloves.

Certified Organic Garam Masala

As prominent as Curry but far deeper in flavor, and typically used in the northern parts of India. As a richer blend, it is recommended to use more sparingly, and is best served in pan fried foods and meats.

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Organic ingredients: Cardamon, Cinnamon, Clove, Cumin, Black Pepper and Coriander.

Cardamom Medicinal Uses & Benefits

Cardamom for :Morning Sickness
	Cardamom relieves nausea and morning sickness in pregnancy. It relieves spasm, making it beneficial for colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion and cramps. It also strengthens weak digestion Marlene Ericksen, Healing with Aromatherapy (2000)

Cardamom for :Bad breath
	Cardamom is perhaps the best source of cineole, a strong antiseptic that kills the bacteria responsible for bad breath. James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Cardamom for :Decongestant
	Cardamom is an expectorant and decongestant. It can be added to thyme and taken as a steam inhalant for congestion of the lungs. Marlene Ericksen, Healing with Aromatherapy (2000)

Cardamom for :Morning Sickness
	Cardamom relieves nausea and morning sickness in pregnancy. It relieves spasm, making it beneficial for colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion and cramps. It also strengthens weak digestion Marlene Ericksen, Healing with Aromatherapy (2000)

Cardamom for :Bad breath
	Cardamom is perhaps the best source of cineole, a strong antiseptic that kills the bacteria responsible for bad breath. James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Cardamom for :Decongestant
	Cardamom is an expectorant and decongestant. It can be added to thyme and taken as a steam inhalant for congestion of the lungs. Marlene Ericksen, Healing with Aromatherapy (2000)

Plant Description

Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887

Cardamom is a perennial reedlike herb native to Asia and southern India that grows up to 13 feet tall. A relative of ginger, the fruits contain small reddish-brown seeds from which the essential oils is extracted.

History and Traditions

Cardamom was often used in Eastern aphrodisiacs, although it is not certain whether it has any physiological effect in this area.

Folklore, Myths and Legends

Quick Tips
For morning sickness during pregnancy, drink a cup of cardamom tea, or inhale the aroma

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