Botanical Name: Elettaria cardamomum
Common Names: Bastard cardamom, cardamon, Malabar cardamom
 
Cardamom, or Elettaria cardamomum, grows in the humid tropical rainforests of southeast Asia. It is an herbaceous perennial which, after it flowers, produces a fruit that contains black seeds. These fruits are the Cardamom Pods. The seeds inside the Cardamom Pods are typically ground up and used as a spice for various foods. It is used in East Indian cuisine as a major component in the creation of curry dishes, and also is a distinctive flavoring in the popular drink known as masala chai tea.
 
Cardamon also has a tone of health benefits:
 
Cardamom may be helpful for people with high blood pressure.
In one study, researchers gave three grams of cardamom powder a day to 20 adults who were newly diagnosed with high blood pressure. After 12 weeks, blood pressure levels had significantly decreased to the normal range.
 
2.  The compounds in cardamom may help fight cancer cells.
 
3.  Cardamom is rich in compounds that may fight inflammation.
One study found that cardamom extract in doses of 50–100 mg per kg (23–46 mg per pound) of body weight was effective in inhibiting at least four different inflammatory compounds.
 
4.  Cardamom has been used for thousands of years to help with digestion.
It’s often mixed with other medicinal spices to relieve discomfort, nausea and vomiting . The most researched property of cardamom, as it pertains to relieving stomach issues, is its possible ability to heal ulcers.
 
 
Magickally bringing about Good Luck in Love Affairs and Sexual Relationships. Chew cardamon when they you go to a party where you want to meet a new lover. Others tell saythat to mix the pods with other so-called Love-Drawing HerbsOther ways Cardamom seeds can also be used for enhancing incense and sachets to promote love and love-making. Burn for mental clarity, concentration, confidence, courage, enthusiasm and motivation.y.
 
 
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