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„Death begins in the intestines,“ says an old proverb. If you have cardamom at home, you need not worry. This plant can effectively clean the intestines and the entire digestive tract, while bringing a number of health benefits.
Cardamom has been used for centuries in alternative medicine to treat various problems associated with digestion, colds and other ailments. Let’s introduce this extraordinary plant and its effects in more detail.
Health benefits of cardamom
Cardamom is full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Its regular use can support not only digestion but also the overall health of the body.
Main effects of cardamom:
- Helps with stomach pain.
- Relieves nausea.
- Improves digestion and regulates bowel function.
- Helps with appetite problems.
- Prevents unpleasant breath odor.
- Lowers blood pressure due to its high antioxidant content.
- Protects against chronic diseases.
- Has antibacterial properties and fights infections.
Cardamom is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties, which make it an excellent natural remedy to support immunity and protect against colds.
Healing blend with cardamom, ginger and honey
Prepare a simple homemade drink that combines cardamom with other healing ingredients such as ginger, honey and cloves. This drink helps not only with digestion but also strengthens the immune system and soothes the body.
Required ingredients:
- 3 glasses of water (600 ml)
- 5 cardamom pods
- 5 g fresh ginger
- 5 cloves
- 1 glass of milk (200 ml)
- 1 teaspoon of honey
Preparation:
- Bring the water to a boil.
- Clean the ginger and crush it together with the cardamom in a mortar.
- Add the mixture to the boiling water, add the cloves and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the milk and cook over low heat for another 5 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the stove, let the drink cool and strain through a fine sieve.
- Sweeten with honey to taste.
Drink one cup in the morning and one in the evening, preferably three days a week.
Ginger, cloves and honey: perfect helpers
Each ingredient of this drink has its unique healing properties:
- Ginger is rich in vitamins A, B, C and E and minerals such as iron, magnesium and phosphorus. It helps with heartburn, bloating and colds.
- Cloves support digestion, act against intestinal parasites and disinfect the respiratory tract.
- Honey is a natural antibiotic that cleans the stomach and supports digestion.
TIP: Cardamom in coffee
Want to enjoy the healing effects of cardamom in another way? Add a pinch of ground cardamom to hot brewed coffee. This trick improves not only the taste and aroma of the coffee but also supports your digestion.
Warning
If you suffer from any illness, take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor about using cardamom.
