The Many Traditional Uses Of Fragrant Elaichi

Elaichi (Elettaria cardamomum Maton), also known as cardamom, is a commonly used aromatic spice. It is traditionally valued in Ayurveda and is used in various preparations for digestive complaints, vomiting, bad breath, diarrhea, cold, cough and other common ailments.

Hiccough

1–2 fruits to be chewed frequently (not more than 4/day).

Vomiting

250–500 mg. powder of seeds fried in ghee thrice daily with honey.

Bad Breath

1–2 seeds to be chewed frequently (not more than 4/day).

Diarrhea/Vomiting

Ash of the Elaichi skin, 2 gm. with a little honey 4–5 times a day.

Cold

20 ml. decoction prepared from 5 gm. dhania, 1 gm. methi seeds and a little turmeric powder, 2–3 times a day.

Cough

A little Elaichi powder with a teaspoonful of honey 3–4 times a day. Chewing Elaichi (not more than 3 per day) frequently is helpful in dry as well as productive cough.

(Central Council for Research in Ayurveda and Siddha, India. The information provided here is based on traditional Ayurvedic practices and is intended for general informational purposes only.)