Cardamom Extract
Species Name: Cardamom, Eletteria cardamomum
Also known as: Bastard Cardamom, ela, Elaci, Sha-ren, Malabar Cardamom
What is Cardamom Extract? Cardamom extract is derived from the spice cardamom, which is one of the world's oldest spices.
An interesting aspect was that in ancient Egypt Cardamom was not only used in the culinary arts as a seasoning, but also as a base for creating cosmetic products and perfumes.
Another application was for medicinal purposes as an herbal remedy; which it is still commonly used for today.
The seeds of the plant are pressed to create the extract. This extract can be added to foods or can be used as a topical application.
Cardamom is abundant in Southern Asia, especially on the island of Sri Lanka and thrives mainly in high elevation forests. Because of its popularity, it is now grown commercially in other areas as well.
Home Remedies Using Cardamom Extract:
Benefits of Cardamom Extract:
In the Ayurvedic medicine practices in Indian cultures, cardamom was used in various remedies, especially in the treatment of digestive problems.
It is commonly taken in many cultures as a natural way to help relieve excessive gas and to stop colic in children.
In ancient China, it was widely recognized as an effective remedy for urinary incontinence and as a general tonic for any type of stomach ailment.
Cardamom extract has been a valuable herb throughout the centuries but new benefits have been found in addition to the way in which it was originally utilized.
It can be reliable to smooth muscle cramps and work to improve asthma symptoms, stomach cramping and indigestion.
When added to a tea or hot drink, the spice can help reduce chronic bronchitis and to dissolve kidney stones.
Cardamom extract can increase appetite which would benefit those who are anorexic or have a loss of appetite due to illness. In addition, Cardamom is taken by people suffering from bad breath as well.
Some believe that cardamom extract, when added to foods, has an aphrodisiac effect. This is one of the reasons it is contained in various luxurious Indian dishes.
It can help to reduce nausea and help with morning sickness in pregnant women and works well as an overall treatment for heartburn.
Side Effects of Cardamom Extract:
Cardamom extracts should be 100 percent pure when consumed.
Some have reported slight irritation when the extract is placed directly on the skin.
Besides a possible allergic reaction, there are no known significant side effects of using this extract.
Users should follow the manufacturer's dosing requirements when using this or any other herbal product.
