Cardamom is a spice that comes from the seeds of a various plants in the ginger family. It is native to Southern India and also grown in Guatemala, which is the largest producer and exporter of this spice in the world. Cardamom is considered to be one of the world’s oldest spices. It has a strong aroma similar to cloves. The taste is also strong. Some say it tastes like a combination of ginger and cinamon. Others say it has a more unique minty taste with hints of lemon.
Benefits:
1/ Cardamom may be helpful for people with high blood pressure.
2/ It can increase the activity of certain enzymes that helps fight cancer.
3/ The antioxidants compounds in cardamom may help protect cells from damage and slowdown inflammation in the body.
4/ Cardamom may protect against associated digestive complications.
5/ It is often used to treat bad breath.
6/ Compounds in cardamom may help increase airflow to lungs and improve breathing.
7/ When taken in powder form, cardamom may lower blood sugar.
8/ One study suggests that cardamom extract may prevent anxiety.
9/ It may also be useful in protecting the stomach from ulcers.
10/ Cardamom may be protective against many heart conditions.
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