New Delhi: Carom seeds or ajwain is one of the most common spices in every Indian household. Ajwain is a good source of dietary fibre, essential fatty acids, and protein. Here are some benefits you must know about.
Combats Infection
Ajwain is attributed to the goodness of active compounds thymol and carvacrol which impede the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi. Several studies have revealed that ajwain seeds are potent to battle against bacteria like E. coli and salmonella that causes food poisoning and other gastrointestinal conditions. Furthermore, it acts as a potent fungicide and germicide. When crushed and applied topically it heals the infections and treats wounds.
Promotes Digestion
Ajwain is one of the key ingredients used in Indian cooking due to its amazing gut healing properties. It holds a prominent place in treating various digestive conditions like acidity, indigestion and flatulence. The active enzymes in ajwain aids in promoting digestion by improving the secretion of gastric juices. Moreover, carom seeds extract is used to heal the sores of the esophagus, stomach and intestine and treats peptic ulcers.
Regulates Blood Pressure
Ajwain is used in traditional medicine for controlling high blood pressure. The active plant enzyme thymol in ajwain works as an effective calcium channel blocker. This averts calcium from entering blood vessels of the heart which relaxes and expands blood vessels thereby lowering blood pressure. According to Ayurveda ajwain exhibits antihypertensive properties that work well to control high blood pressure symptoms.
Treats Common Cold And Cough
Carom seeds work as an effective anti coughing agent and provide instant relief from cough by enhancing the airflow to the lungs. It is also clear the nasal blockage by discharging the mucus easily. Make a powder of ajwain with jaggery and have this mixture twice daily to treat respiratory ailments like asthma and bronchitis.
Enhances Skin Health
Blessed with anti-inflammatory and curative properties, ajwain is used for treating oxidative free radical damage due to the sun rays, and hence treats the various signs of aging like wrinkles, fine line, spots, dark circles, etc. It is also extremely beneficial for lightening scars due to acne, pimples and bestows smooth and glowing skin.
