CARROM SEED (AJWAIN)

Introduction:

Ajwain plants grow up to 1.5 Ft to 2.00 Ft in height, having green thick leaves and whitish flowers. Thymol is prepared from Ajwain seeds and have many medicinal properties. Ajwain is a common home remedy for many health conditions apart from a great spice in Indian cooking. Ajwain provides flavor and aroma to dishes.

Uses:

1.  Boosts digestive functions:

Used for instant relief from Acidity and Indigestion. Keeps stomach strong. Useful in abdominal pain, cramps, intestinal gas, Loss of appetite and vomiting.

2.  For relief from urticarial condition and removing itching, Ajwain is given with jaggary.

3.  Useful in Diarrhea, loose motion and heaviness in abdomen after meal.

4. Inhale ajwain putting seeds in fine muslin cloth for relief from Cough, cold and headache, helps in avoiding nasal blockage. Also useful in Asthama and bronchitis.

5. Useful in Gout, Rheumatoid Arthritis and muscle spasm.

6. Useful in Gynecological disorders, especially after child birth.

7. Used to remove intestinal worms. Very effective in removing hook worms.

8. Useful in treating infections, boils and wounds. Crush seeds and apply paste on affected parts.

9. Uses for Skin and Hair Treatment: A paste of ajwain powder removes acne scars from skin. Drinking Ajwain water eradicated problems of hair fall, dandruff and stops pre-mature greying of hairs. Water may be used for hair wash also.