Green vs black cardamom — which one is medicinal?

Green cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) is the sweeter, aromatic pod used in tea and desserts and is what Persian medicine and most modern research focus on. Black cardamom (Amomum subulatum) is smoky and savory, mostly culinary.

How many pods is safe per day?

Two to four crushed pods spread across the day is a comfortable culinary range. Higher amounts taken as extracts can interact with antiplatelet and blood-sugar medications.

Why does cardamom freshen breath so well?

Its essential oils (cineole, limonene) are mildly antibacterial and neutralize volatile sulfur compounds released by garlic, onion, and oral bacteria.

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