Super Benefits Of Ajwain (Carom Seeds) For Hair, Skin And health

 

Carom seeds commonly known as (Ajwain) are a selection of spices, obtained from a herbaceous plant. These tiny seeds are aromatic, slightly pungent, brown in color and are filled with medicinal values. Carom seeds have long been utilized in traditional Indian cuisine and Ayurvedic medicinal drugs. They have been shown to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties and can be powerful in treating peptic ulcers and reducing blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Benefits of Ajwain Hydrosol/Water

Ajwain is used to improve health against many symptoms and discomforts in Indian households. Here are some of the benefits that one should know.

• Ajwain water helps in weight loss
• Helps in gastric ulcers and indigestion
• Helps in improving cholesterol levels
• Ajwain water for inflammation, pain, and arthritis
• Carom seed water helps during respiratory issues & the common cold
• Gets rid of free radicals that cause aging and leads to diseases
• It aids in the treatment of several mouth diseases.
• Ajwain water can also be used to relieve abdominal pain.
• It is an effective appetizer and treats nausea and vomiting.

Benefits of Ajwain water For Skin

Ajwain water acts as a super skin toner for oily and acne-prone skin. The high antioxidant-rich water controls bacterial & fungal growth thereby helping promote healthy skin.

Ajwain water can heal marks and spots on the skin and help control pimples too. Thyme in carom seeds helps to reduce bacterial development on your skin. Using ajwain seeds on a daily basis can help you get cleaner skin faster than ever before.

It also treats skin conditions like psoriasis and fungal infections that can be treated effectively using carom seed water.

Benefits of Ajwain water For Hair

• Ajwain water is good for hair as it protects your hair from damage and repairs damaged hair.
• It is also effective in reducing dandruff and gives protection against any sort of scalp infections. Using ajwain seed water on hair also slows down premature graying hair.

Side effects of using carom seeds

Ajwain is a spice having medicinal properties instead of being small in size. However, it may cause some serious health disorders if taken irregularly, without any need, or in excess amount.

The excess amount can cause the following side effects.

• Acidity
• Burning sensation
• Mouth ulcer 

You should not eat ajwain in the following conditions.

• Internal bleeding
• Stomach ulcer
• It enhances gut secretions thus it may lead to the risk of some digestive disorders like stomach ulcers, intestinal ulcers, bleeding, liver diseases, colon ulcer etc. 
• In large quantities it may lead to headache, nausea, vomiting, eye problems, etc. even some people are allergic to it and may develop rashes, running nose and weakness.
• It may enhance uterus contractions thus avoided during pregnancy or breastfeeding. 
• It may lower the blood pressure and heart rate and thus should be avoided during pregnancy or a person suffering from serious health disorders.

How to make carom seed hydrosol/water

Ajwain hydrosol prepared from ajwain seeds is highly nutritious, rich in antioxidants, vitamins & minerals, and has many health benefits associated with it.

SNAANA prepares organic ajwain water-ark through steam distillation which is quick and convenient to consume & carry. This steam-distilled ajwain water is 100% chemical & preservative free.

 Making of Ajwain water-ark at SNAANA

It takes a handful of ajwain seeds to produce a few drops of ajwain water. Purely an ancient technique called steam distillation is practiced to ensure zero preservatives are used. Pure steam distilled water is best preferred to eat and apply for the desired benefits.

 FAQ:-

1.      Is ajwain water good for skin whitening?

Ajwain is anti-inflammatory and protects against oxidative damage. Consequently, it may contribute to preventing skin damage caused by the sun.

 2.      What are the disadvantages of carom seeds?

Carom seeds are a harmless addition to most people’s diets. However, pregnant or nursing women should avoid it. Carom seed contains compounds that may lead to birth abnormalities and miscarriage. However, more research would substantiate this.