Cardamom

An aromatic spice known for its digestive, uplifting, and gently stimulating effects on both body and mind.

BOTANICAL INFORMATION

• Scientific Name: Elettaria cardamomum
• Family: Zingiberaceae
• Native Regions: India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia

ACTIVE COMPOUNDS

• Essential oils (cineole, terpinyl acetate)
• Flavonoids
• Antioxidants

TRADITIONAL USES AND BENEFITS

• Traditional Uses:
  Widely used in Ayurveda for digestion, breath, and balancing the body
• Potential Benefits:
  • Supports digestion and reduces bloating
  • Freshens breath (natural antimicrobial)
  • Mild mood uplift (aromatic effect)
  • May support blood pressure regulation
  • Light stimulating effect without jitters

PREPARATION & DOSAGE

• Methods of Use:
  • Whole pods (crushed)
  • Ground powder
  • Infusion (tea, chai)
• Suggested Dosage:
  • 1–3 pods per preparation
  • ~0.5–1 g powder

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Works extremely well in spice blends (chai, cacao)
• Synergistic with ginger and cinnamon
• Very safe, widely used daily
• Effects are subtle but consistent