Carrom Seeds
Ajwain/Omam
(ஓமம்)
50g

Description

Benefits of Omam/Carrom Seeds:

1. Fights bacteria and fungi:

Carom seeds have powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties.
This is likely attributed to two of its active compounds, thymol and carvacrol, which have been shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.

2. Improve cholesterol levels:

Animal research indicates that carom seeds may lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels. High cholesterol and triglyceride levels are risk factors for heart disease.
In one rabbit study, carom seed powder reduced total cholesterol, LDL (bad) cholesterol, and triglyceride levels.

3. Lowers blood pressure:

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that increases your risk of heart disease

4. Combats peptic ulcers and relieves indigestion:

Carom seeds are commonly used as a household remedy for digestive issues in Ayurvedic medicine. Carom seed extract also helps prevent and treat gas and chronic indigestion. Indigestion is categorized as persistent pain and discomfort in the upper part of your stomach. Delayed stomach emptying is one of the perceived causes of indigestion.

5. May prevent coughing and improve airflow:

Some evidence suggests that carom seeds may provide relief from coughing. Carom seeds also improves airflow to the lungs.

6. Has anti-inflammatory effects:

Inflammation can be good or bad. Short-term inflammation is your body’s natural way of protecting against illness or injury.
On the other hand, chronic inflammation can have negative effects on your body and increase your risk of certain diseases.