Cardamom oil is used as the spice due to its aromatic nature in the Indian and the European cuisines. Cardamom oil is extracted from the cardamom seeds. A numerous health advantages are power-packed in cardamom oil.

Description

The cardamom oil is obtained from the steam distillation process from the freshly dried cardamoms. This oil is used for many purposes as it has the manifold benefits with respect to hair, skin, and health. It has the admirable use in the aromatherapy.This oil is very gentle and is quite safe to use for children when compared with other oils. For many digestive and respiratory needs, it is a great substitute. Cardamom is mainly added to the baked bread; it is mixed with tea and coffee and is popularly used in rice dishes mainly in Biryani. It is one among the most expensive spices.

Uses

• For enhancing the food flavor and to support digestion, it can be added to salads, smoothies, bread, meat, etc.
• Take few drops of oil and massage them over the energy areas of the body
• For getting the emotional balance diffuse the oil in the area
• For addressing the anger several drops of cardamom oil can be diffused in the room

Benefits

• The oral health can be promoted by the cardamom oil
• For maintaining the body functioning effectively it will stimulate the whole digestive system
• It helps in weight loss
• The gastrointestinal balance is optimally maintained

Directions to use

• Diffuser:Many drops of cardamom oil can be diffused throughout the space
• Internal use:It can be taken internally directly for daily health routine for supporting the healthy function of gastrointestinal
• External use: For promoting clear breathing it can be applied topically

Precautions

Generally, cardamom oil is nontoxic, safe oil. However, before using it on the skin a patch test is recommended to know the skin sensitivities and any other reactions. Without taking the suggestions from the doctor the pregnant ladies and nursing women are not supposed to use this oil. As it can cause irritation and the warming effect of the oil might harm the baby.

Aromatic description: Sweet, rich, spicy, and woody

Plant part: seeds

Collection method: steam distillation

Main constituents: a-pinene, b-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, limonene, a-phellandrene, y-terpinene, 1,8-cineole, p-cymene, linalool, p-cymene, linalyl acetate, a-terpineol, terpinen-4-oil, a-terpineol acetate, citronellol, geraniol, nerol, methyl eugenol, and trans-nerolidol