Green Cardamom Seeds (Elettaria cardamomum)

Green Cardamom Seeds

Green cardamom, whose scientific name is Elletaria cardamomum, is known in folk medicine for its antioxidant, relaxing, anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties. Cardamom can improve digestion, reduce bad breath and help prevent certain diseases. Green cardamom seeds carry aromatic and medicinal properties and have a fresh, slightly spicy flavour.

Ingredients: 100% Green Cardamom, Seeds (Elettaria cardamomum).

Curiosities: This plant is native to India and other Southeast Asian countries, and green cardamom is often used in Indian cuisine as a spice in both sweet and savoury dishes.

Benefits of cardamom

Digestive health - It can help with the production of digestive enzymes, facilitating digestion and reducing bloating and poor digestion.

Oral health - It can help with its antimicrobial and bactericidal action, preventing the appearance of cavities and infections such as gingivitis. Because it is so refreshing, it can also help prevent and combat bad breath.

Reduces joint and muscle pain - It can help due to its anti-inflammatory action, as well as helping to relieve inflammation in the body.

Antioxidant properties - It can help fight free radicals in the prevention of chronic diseases, premature ageing and other heart diseases. In addition, it can also help to reduce the production of cholesterol, as well as the absorption of fat from food in the intestine.

Water temperature: 100º

Infusion time: 5 to 10 minutes.

Recommended amount: 10g of cardamom seeds in 1 litre of water (1L).

Dosage: Drink after meals.

How to prepare a green cardamom tea:

Preparation:

1. Put 10 grams of green cardamom seeds in a litre of water and boil for 10 minutes.
2. When your tea is ready, leave it to stand for a few minutes.
3. You can drink the tea preferably lukewarm.

NOTE: The image shown is just a suggestion for presentation, and the type of cut and dimensions of the plant vary in supply or time of year.

Store in a dry (max. 20º) and cool place (max. 60% humidity).