This member of the ginger family is so delicious, I put it on and cereal to make it sweet or in my tea to add an exotic taste and receive the medicinal benefits.   Buy organic, non irradiated cardamom in order to get all of the health benefits.

Strengthens the Immune System and great for Detox
In addition, cardamom contains an abundance of antioxidants, which strengthen the immune system and protects the body against aging and stress . Studies on rats concluded that cardamom  increases glutathione, an antioxidant enzyme found naturally in our bodies. This glutathione is the hard to get detox enzyme which does wonders for eliminating toxins and therefore, over all health.

Digestive and Intestinal

Cardamom is most widely useful to ease all kinds of digestive and intestinal distress. Studies confirm that cardamom oil acts as an analgesic and antispasmodic. It helps digestive problems, such as constipation, indigestion and stomach bugs. It sooths gas and heartburn, and relieves most upset stomachs.

Cancer Prevention and Healing

Cardamom contains IC3 and DIM (also found in broccoli). These phytochemicals are well-known cancer fighters, normalizing hormones and easing breast, ovarian, and prostate cancers. Research suggests that using cardamom regularly may help with preventing these forms of cancer.

Tooth, Gum, and Oral Disorders and Breath Freshener

Cardamom is widely used in South Asia to fight tooth decay and gum disease. Its very helpful with sore throats and relieve hoarseness.

Urinary problems

South Asians use cardamom’s pain relieving properties to help with the discomfort of passing gall and kidney stones. Cardamom, combined with banana leaf and alma juice, can act as a diuretic, soothing a variety of kidney, bladder, and urinary problems like: nephritis, burning or painful urination, and frequent urges to urinate. The relief from uncomfortable symptoms provided through cardamom should not be considered a cure to underlying diseases and disorders.

Depression and Aromatherapy

Cardamom oils and spice make a delicious aromatherapy which immediately uplifts the mood. It has been used for centuries in South Asia for depression. One whiff of cardamom does really make you feel well!

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