Kapanlagi.com - Cardamom is one of the spices that is often used as a typical Indonesian cuisine spice. In cooking, cardamom can provide a fresh and refreshing sensation to food. Besides being used as a spice, this spice is also often used as traditional medicine. It is not surprising, as there are several benefits of cardamom for health.
However, cardamom is more commonly used as a cooking ingredient. Therefore, not many people know what the benefits of this plant's seeds are. However, cardamom has extraordinary benefits for health. Not only for physical health, but also for mental or psychological health.
So, what are the benefits of cardamom for health? Here are some summaries compiled from various sources.
1. Good for Digestion
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Known as a seed-shaped spice, cardamom actually contains a lot of fiber. As we know, fiber is a substance that is needed to maintain smooth digestion. Consuming cardamom is believed to prevent and treat digestive problems such as constipation.
Furthermore, regular consumption of cardamom is believed to provide extraordinary benefits. Cardamom is believed to treat hemorrhoids or swollen blood vessels in the anal area, control stomach acid, treat stomach pain, and increase appetite.
2. Anti-inflammatory
Cardamom has anti-inflammatory properties. This means that this spice is very effective in stopping inflammation, even chronic inflammation. Therefore, many people use cardamom to prevent chronic diseases such as cancer, hypertension, and even diabetes mellitus. In addition, with its anti-inflammatory properties, cardamom is quite effective in treating various pains, such as headaches, joint pain, and muscle pain.
3. Maintaining Oral and Throat Health
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As mentioned earlier, consuming cardamom in food or drinks provides a spicy, warm, and refreshing sensation. This effect is very suitable for soothing the throat and cleaning the mouth.
Not only that, the anti-inflammatory properties found in cardamom also make it effective in treating canker sores, toothaches, swollen gums, and even sore throat. Drinking boiled cardamom water is also believed to freshen the breath. Therefore, it is suitable for those who have bad breath problems.
4. Good for Bones
Cardamom contains vitamin C and manganese, which are beneficial for bone health. Both are very useful in keeping the bones healthy and strong. Regular consumption of cardamom is believed to keep the bones strong and protected from the threat of osteoporosis.
5. Good for Kidneys and Urinary Tract
The next benefit of cardamom is related to kidney and urinary tract health. Cardamom has diuretic properties, which is beneficial for the kidneys and urinary tract. Consuming cardamom is believed to maintain kidney health, as it can prevent inflammation in the kidney area. Additionally, cardamom is also believed to maintain the smoothness of the urinary tract.
6. Managing Stress
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Although not a physical illness, stress should not be taken lightly. Especially if you are someone who easily feels stressed due to work demands or other life problems. Because even though it affects the brain or psyche, stress can also have an impact on physical health. That is why stress should be addressed as soon as possible.
Fortunately, one of the benefits of cardamom is its ability to manage stress. Yes, cardamom actually has antidepressant properties that can relieve stress. Inhaling the fragrant aroma of this spice is believed to have a relaxing and calming effect.
7. Relieving Breathing
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In addition to providing a relaxing effect, the refreshing aroma of cardamom is also beneficial for relieving breathing. Reported from healthline.com, the compounds in cardamom are believed to improve airflow to the lungs, making breathing easier and smoother. In fact, the compounds in cardamom are also said to have the potential to treat asthma.
8. Overcoming Premature Ejaculation
Cardamom can actually be a good spice or herb to consume for men experiencing sexual problems, such as premature ejaculation. Because, it turns out, cardamom can be one way to overcome it. This is because cardamom has aphrodisiac properties that are believed to prevent premature ejaculation. In fact, not only that, this property is also believed to enhance sexuality in men.
Those are some of the benefits of cardamom for health. It is proven that this spice is not only useful as a cooking ingredient. So, are you interested in trying its benefits?
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