![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Customer Reviews5.00 out of 5 stars![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() "Can someone have cravings for cardamoms? How safe is it to eat around 3/4 cup cardamom a day?" - EPeople, ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWCleansing the StomachCardamom offers more than its delightful and appetizing flavor, it is chock full of medicinal benefits. Cardamom is highly aromatic. Like perfume, it has a strong smell. This aromatic quality is the source of its use as an herbal pharmaceutical for centuries. Aromatic spices are a powerful friend to those with a myriad of digestive difficulties, from belching to vomiting and sluggish digestion. When food stagnates or moves up, cardamom moves it back down. It accelerates the gastric emptying rate, meaning it relaxes the stomach valves that prevent your food from entering the small intestine. That makes aromatic spices especially useful when your 'eyes are bigger than your stomach,' i.e. after thanksgiving or any heavy meal that bogs down your digestion, making you feel like there is a brick in your stomach. In the process, cardamom relieves nausea and has been used as an aid in morning sickness.Muscle RelaxantRemember the "fresh and clean as a York Peppermint Patty" commercials of the 80's? Peppermint, like cardamom, is a strong aromatic. All aromatics have a fresh and clean quality to them that is also somewhat shocking. This shocking quality literally numbs muscle tissue - forcing it to relax. That's why so many muscle balms - such as the Chinese formula Tiger Balm and Bengay are highly aromatic, familiar scents to anyone who has spent time at the gym.Cardamom is no exception - it relaxes your muscle tissue, and is a calming antispasmodic useful in colic, asthma, and the throbbing pain of a headache (caused by a spasm in blood vessels). Aromatic herbs like cardamom and peppermint are so important, at Joyful Belly we consider cardamom to be the 'missing 7th taste of Ayurveda'. Other BenefitsCardamom is also Ayurveda's most powerful mucus destroyer. As with all aromatics, cardamom is a diaphoretic that opens your pores, encouraging a mild sweat that cleanses the skin, aids low grade fevers, and cleanses the lymphatic system. It is a bronchodilator - helping to improve breathing in asthmatics.Use in Herb FormulasAdditionally, cardamom acts as a carrier herb, assisting in the digestion and assimilation of heavier herbs used in tonic formulas. Heavy herbs like shatavari, ashwagandha, vidari, and bala are made more accessible with cardamoms digestive assistanceABOUT CARDAMOMBUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING CARDAMOM![]() Learn about the health benefits of cardamom for FREEYou'll receive free access to our entire website including healthy recipes, nutritional diet plans, medicinal uses of ingredients, & ayurvedic health tips. Sign in once and you can use our website indefinitely..WHY EAT AN AYURVEDIC DIET?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. An Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body type and the specific imbalances you are working with at any given time. Ayurveda shows you your specific body type’s needs and what should be favored in your Ayurvedic menu. Watch as you eat less but feel more satisfied because what you are eating truly nourishes you. Since Ayurveda believes all disease begins in the digestive tract, food is your first medicine. By eating a healthy diet that’s ideal for your body, you experience optimal health.Is Cardamom Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/8 tsp SPECIES: Elettaria cardamomum FAMILY:
Zingiberaceae AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSSee a complete list of all biocharacteristics.
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The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Here are the herbal actions of Cardamom: STRONG CARMINATIVE Stimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines. ANTIEMETICHerbs that reduce nausea or stop vomiting. Generally refreshing, aromatic herbs.APPETIZERHerbs that cleanse the palate & stimulate hunger or desire to eat.DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.SPLEEN-TONICAn herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.BURNS-TOXINSAn herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.STRONG BRONCHODILATOR An herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma. DECONGESTANTAn herb that reduces mucus production often by restricting blood flow to mucus membranes.EXPECTORANTExpectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.LUNG-TONICStrengthens the lungs. Lung tonics include antifibrotic, vessel tonic, or nourishing herbs with an affinity for the lungs. They aid recovery in acute or chronic lung conditions.DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.ANTILITHICAn herb that dissolves / breaks up stones (gallstones or kidney stones) so that it can be passed.STRONG ANTISPASMODIC Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS. ![]() Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Cardamom with these FoodsThyme (fresh) Thyme (fresh) has these Actions in CommonSpleen-tonic, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Expectorant, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Lung-tonic, Appetizer, Decongestant, DigestiveFennel Seeds Fennel Seeds has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Carminative, Digestive, Lung-tonic, Appetizer, Decongestant, Diuretic, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Expectorant, Stimulates-energyBasil Basil has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Detoxicant, Diuretic, Appetizer, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Lung-tonic, Bronchodilator, Decongestant, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, AntispasmodicCinnamon Cinnamon has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Expectorant, Antiemetic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Decongestant, Digestive, Stimulates-energyMustard Seed Mustard Seed has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Bronchodilator, Decongestant, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Analgesic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, DiureticDill Dill has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Carminative, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Diuretic, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, ExpectorantGinger (Fresh) Ginger (Fresh) has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Carminative, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Appetizer, Decongestant, Lung-tonic, Antiemetic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonicCoriander Seed Coriander Seed has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Carminative, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Diuretic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, ExpectorantHing (Asafoetida) Hing (Asafoetida) has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Carminative, Expectorant, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energyNigella (black cumin) Nigella (black cumin) has these Actions in CommonStimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Diuretic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Carminative, DigestiveCompare Cardamom with these Herb SupplementsWild Ginger Wild Ginger has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Carminative, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Analgesic, Digestive, Antiemetic, Expectorant, Antispasmodic, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Stimulates-energyHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonBronchodilator, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxins, Decongestant, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Antispasmodic, Expectorant, Appetizer, Lung-tonicMugwort Mugwort has these Actions in CommonAntiemetic, Detoxicant, Antispasmodic, Diaphoretic, Appetizer, Digestive, Carminative, Diuretic, AnalgesicTrikatu Trikatu has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Appetizer, Bronchodilator, Burns-toxins, Carminative, Decongestant, DetoxicantPushkaramoola Pushkaramoola has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Carminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Expectorant, Antispasmodic, BronchodilatorDeodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Bronchodilator, Carminative, Decongestant, Digestive, Diuretic, Stimulates-energy, AnalgesicPennyroyal Pennyroyal has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Expectorant, Analgesic, Antispasmodic, AppetizerElecampane Elecampane has these Actions in CommonStimulates-energy, Analgesic, Bronchodilator, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Expectorant, Lung-tonicAngelica Angelica has these Actions in CommonLung-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Bronchodilator, Decongestant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, ExpectorantCumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea Cumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Spleen-tonic, Antispasmodic, Burns-toxinsKanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink has these Actions in CommonLung-tonic, Antispasmodic, Bronchodilator, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, ExpectorantCardamom Research & Clinical TrialsTEMPERATURE/CIRCULATIONHow did Cardamom affect your temperature?
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URINEHow did Cardamom affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?
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HEALTH & WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS!(Not you? Keep scrolling!) HOW DOES EATING AYURVEDICALLY MAKE YOU FEEL?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. Food digests with ease when right for your body type (dosha). Healthy digestion is seen as the cornerstone of well-being in Ayurveda. Healthy digestion generally prevents illness. If you do get sick, a strong digestive fire reduces the severity of illness and increases your resilience. It also improves your mood. Once you begin eating Ayurvedically, you will feel refreshed, vital and strong.View Other Ingredients for SummerCardamom is recommended for Summer. Check out these other Summer foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Cardamom'Do you like 'cardamom'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'cardamom'?![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
I adore cardamom! I'm always looking for new ways to use it.
sounds brilliant to me
Ever since I've started eating Indian foods I have loved the taste of cardamom. I use the golden milk and it didn't call for cardamom but I put it in the drink anyway. It added so much to the warm drink for me. Thank you for the article. Rose
I never used cardamom. If I'm Pitta imbalance, can I still used it?
thanks for sharing!
Can someone have cravings for cardamoms? How safe is it to eat around 3/4 cup cardamom a day?
3/4c cardamom is a very large dose. We would recommend limiting to 1/2 tsp three times a day for most constitutions. Pitta should limit to 1/4tsp. Pitta can eat small amounts of cardamom only.
I adore cardamom! I'm always looking for new ways to use it.
sounds brilliant to me
Ever since I've started eating Indian foods I have loved the taste of cardamom. I use the golden milk and it didn't call for cardamom but I put it in the drink anyway. It added so much to the warm drink for me. Thank you for the article. Rose
I never used cardamom. If I'm Pitta imbalance, can I still used it?
thanks for sharing!
Can someone have cravings for cardamoms? How safe is it to eat around 3/4 cup cardamom a day?
3/4c cardamom is a very large dose. We would recommend limiting to 1/2 tsp three times a day for most constitutions. Pitta should limit to 1/4tsp. Pitta can eat small amounts of cardamom only.
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSCardamom may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any food for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.About the Author John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 6 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language. |