Al-Marsad Newspaper: Black cardamom is one of the types of spices commonly used in Asian countries, especially India, and this plant comes from the ginger family. Its flavor differs from that of green cardamom, as the latter has a sweeter flavor compared to its black counterpart, which has a pungent and spicy taste, according to Web Medicine.
Benefits of black cardamom
Black cardamom has several health benefits
Improve heart health
Cardamom contains a variety of antioxidants and dietary fiber that may help lower bad cholesterol levels and promote heart health. Black cardamom is slightly superior to green cardamom in its potential heart benefits.
Improve skin appearance
Black cardamom helps stimulate the body to get rid of toxins, which may reflect positively on the beauty of the skin, leading to an increase in its purity and an improvement in its appearance.
Reducing symptoms associated with respiratory diseases and infections, and getting rid of the causes that led to the disease in the first place.
Strengthening the immune system
And improve its ability to prevent various diseases. Improving the health of the digestive system in general, due to the potential ability of black cardamom to enhance the production of digestive juices, and improve the absorption of important nutrients from food.
Improve the health and functions of the liver
Inhibiting the growth of some types of pathogenic fungi and bacteria. Improving oral and dental health, due to the potential ability of black cardamom to inhibit the activity of some types of bacteria and germs that cause tooth decay.
Benefits of different types of cardamom
Elimination of cancer cells
One study showed that cardamom has a potential ability to reduce the size of cancerous tumors in some types of cancer, such as: skin cancer.
Alleviating some sexual disorders and problems that may affect men, such as: premature ejaculation and impotence. Improving mental health.
Reducing some mental disorders, such as: depression. Other benefits, such as: treating nausea and vomiting, relieving sore throat, losing excess weight, and getting rid of hiccups.