Cardamom
(Elettaria cardamomum)
Energetics: Warming. Drying
Taste: Pungent. Sweet.
Tissue States: Cold. Damp.
Systems Affected:
Parts Used: Seeds (stored in the pod is best as they quickly lose flavor once removed and ground. Though admittedly it's easier to buy it already ground if you'll use it quickly).
Key Components: Volatile oil (up to 4% including terpineol, cineole, limonene, sabinene, pinene).
Preparations & dosage: Infusion: 1 teaspoon (2-3 pods) crushed seeds & pods in 1 cup just boiled water steeped covered for 10-15 minutes.
Actions:
Foundational: Aromatic. Stimulant.
Primary: Carminative. Sialagogue. Orexigenic (appetite stimulant)
Secondary:
Uses:
A culinary herb.
Stimulates the appetite and the flow of saliva.
Often combined with purgatives as a carminative agent. To treat flatulence or loss of appetite, drink 1 cup about 1/2 hour before a meal.
Relieves griping pains.
Diarrhea.
Combines well with:
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Sources:
The Complete Herbs Sourcebook: David Hoffman. Pg 235
The Way of Herbs: Michael Tierra. Pg 74
Studies:
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor is it intended to replace medical advice. For educational purposes only.
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor is it intended to replace medical advice. For educational purposes only.
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