Cardamom (elletaria cardamomum)

Parts used:

The seeds from the fruit are steam distilled before the fruit is ripe.

Therapeutic properties:

• Antibacterial
• Antiseptic
• Antispasmodic
• Aphrodisiac
• Carminative
• Digestive
• Diuretic
• Expectorant
• Stimulant
• Laxative
• Stomachic
• Tonic

Indications:

Bronchitis, chills, coughs, diarrhea, flatulence, depression, heartburn, high blood pressure, indigestion, increases appetite, nausea, mental fatigue, P.M.S., stimulates the libido, stress, uplifts mood, vomiting, weight loss, removes toxins.

Blends well with:

Black pepper, caraway, cedar wood, cinnamon, cloves, eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, ginger, lime, pine, tea tree, rose, vetiver, ylang ylang.

Precautions:

Non toxic, however it can be a possible skin irritant. Avoid if you have sensitive skin. Avoid while pregnant of nursing.

This site is for information purposes only. Please check with a certified aromatherapist and read the precautions and contra indications before starting a treatment.

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