Cardamon / Elattaria cardamomum
Cardamon is traditionally a culinary herb. Its medicinal and health giving properties are focused on the digestion and stomach. It is known to relieve flatulence and gripping pains. It also stimulates the appetite and flow of bile.
TYPICAL PREPARATIONS AND DOSAGE Crush 1 teaspoon of seeds with a pestle and mortar, and then pour over 1 cup of boiling water, leave to infuse for 15 minutes, drink 3 times per day. PRECAUTIONS None known.
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