Description

Ajwain Desi or ajowan also known as ajowan caraway, omam, thymol seeds, bishop’s weed, or carom is an annual herb in the family Apiaceae. As well as, its other common names are “ajwain ,ajvain, ajawain, ajavain, ajowan”.

Benefits:

To begin, it fights bacteria and fungi.

They improve cholesterol levels.

The ancient spice helps in lowering blood pressure.

Particularly, these seeds help in healing peptic ulcers and relieve indigestion.

The spice has  anti-inflammatory qualities.

To start, these seeds are packed with an array of nutrients, including essential oils, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These nutrients contribute to their therapeutic properties and health-promoting effects. Moreover, the active compounds in this product, including thymol and carvacrol, exhibit carminative, anti-flatulent, and anti-spasmodic properties. These properties help alleviate bloating, gas, and indigestion.

Medicinal uses:

These seeds have been traditionally, used to address various respiratory conditions, including coughs, colds, bronchitis, and asthma. This product is effective in managing a range of gastrointestinal disorders, such as acid reflux, gastritis, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In addition it aids digestion.These seeds possess antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that make them beneficial for oral health.

Additionally, the analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties of these seeds can help alleviate menstrual cramps, reduce pelvic pain, and promote uterine health. The active compounds in it help improve insulin sensitivity, regulate blood glucose levels, and reduce the risk of hyperglycemia.

They are commonly used as a spice in Indian, Middle Eastern, and North African cuisines, imparting a warm, slightly bitter flavor to dishes. These seeds are often included in savory dishes such as curries, soups, stews, and pickles.

Accordingly, with so many benefits, It is also necessary to use these in a moderate manner to avoid adverse effects. To  promote digestion and provide relief from discomfort associated with overeating or digestive disturbances. Use a half teaspoon of these seeds after meal.

Properties:

Generally, ajwain desi might be an anthelminthic (acts against parasitic worms). These have analgesic (pain-relieving) activity. It has bactericidal property. These have fungicidal activity. It might have antiviral activity. It is antitussive (cough suppressing) agent. These have antiplatelet property. It has antihyperlipidemic (cholesterol-lowering) activity. These are  good diuretic . Moreover, it has antiinflammatory activity (relieves inflammation). These act as detoxifying agent. It might have hepatoprotective (liver-protecting) property. Additionally, it might be an antioxidant. It might be a digestive stimulant. These help relive ulcers (antiulcer). It might be an antihypertensive.

Hence, it is effective to use these seeds in our daily lives to improve digestion and health.

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