Cardamom Scientific Name
Elettaria cardamomum
Cardamom Other Names
English: Green Cardamom, True Cardamom
Sanskrit: Ela, Sukhshamela, triputta
Hindi: Elaichi, Elachi, ilachi, Choti Elaichi
Sanskrit: Ela, Sukhshamela, triputta
Hindi: Elaichi, Elachi, ilachi, Choti Elaichi
What is Cardamom?
Cardamom is famous flavoring agent and mouth freshner. This variety of Cardamom, Sukshma Ela which is also known as choti elaichi (Green cardamom). The refreshing, cooling and slightly sweet flavor of Cardamom, makes it a popular ingredient in milk-based desserts.
In Ayurveda, Cardamom is known for it’s antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti- inflammatory properties. Cardamom is used for preventing vomiting and nausea. It is used in treatment of indigestion, flatulence and to provide relief from stomach pain. Cardamom powder when consumed with honey is an effective remedy for cough and helps in removing mucus. Cardamon tea acts as an aphrodisiac and helps in enhancing libido.
Common forms of Cardamom
Powder, Oil, Seeds, Tablets, Capsules
Cardamom is commonly used for:
- Improving digestion
- Breastfeeding Problems
- Colds and Flu
- Laryngitis
- Overeating
- Jet Lag
- Promoting cardiovascular health
- Promoting respiratory health
- Anti-Carcinogenic properties
- Breath freashening and Oral care
- Boosting mood
- Treating urinary disorders
- Treating nausea
- Boosting blood circulation
- Supporting weight loss
- Treating sleep trouble
- Curing cough and cold
- Morning Sickness (Hyperemesis gravidarum)
Cardamom Dosage
Powder: 250 mg twice a day or as prescribed by the doctor
Tablet: 1 tablet twice a day or as prescribed by the doctor.
Capsule: 1 capsule twice a day or as prescribed by the doctor.
Tablet: 1 tablet twice a day or as prescribed by the doctor.
Capsule: 1 capsule twice a day or as prescribed by the doctor.
Cardamom Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Not known.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Found safe if used in limited quantity during pregnancy and lactation.
Children: Not known.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Found safe if used in limited quantity during pregnancy and lactation.
Children: Not known.
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Check out the Recipes that use Cardamom
Amalaki (Amla) Panna | Saffron (Kesar) Rice | Golden Milk (Masala Turmeric milk) | Coconut-Ginger Tea (Chai) | Mung Dal Payasam (Indian Lentil Pudding) | Refreshing Ayurvedic Lassi | Masala Tea (Masala Chai) | Gulkand (Rose Petal Jam) I Homemade Almond Milk I Pradhaman I Rose Lassi I Bottle Gourd Halwa | Cucumber Semolina Pancakes | Rice Pudding (Porridge) | Ayurvedic Energy Drink | Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Shake | Medicated Rice Gruel (Peya)