Spice · India

Cardamom

Elettaria cardamomum

4.5 / 5

Medium potency

Traditional Uses

Digestive aidCarminativeBlood pressure supportExpectorant

Addresses Symptoms

digestion bad breath blood pressure nausea respiratory

How to Prepare

Chew pods or brew crushed seeds in hot water as tea.

Safety profile

Generally safe.

Check interactions with your medications

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