Growing wild in the forests of India’s Western Ghats, Elettaria caramomum is a member of the ginger family. Cardamom:
- Has been used in traditional wellness practices for centuries.
- Is distilled into an essential oil with a warm and green, yet balsamic and zesty aroma.
- Is incorporated into many culinary practices.
What is Cardamom?
One of the world’s oldest spices, cardamom is an herbaceous member of the ginger family native to India. It yields paper-like skinned pods and lively green leaves. Its pods contain black seeds that are used in traditional wellness and culinary practices and have been values for centuries.
It is considered one of the world’s oldest spices. In fact, evidence of cardamom’s use dates back 4,000 years to the ancient Egypt, where it was used in wellness traditions and spiritual rituals. The ancient Greeks and Romans used the herb topically and in perfumery. It has been incorporated into countless recipes in Scandinavia dating back to the Vikings, who brought the aromatic spice with them upon leaving Constantinople.
Cardamom Supplements
Cardamom supplements are available as capsules, tablets, powders, and liquid extracts. The seeds are also frequently available as whole or ground as a spice for culinary use.
Piping Rock Cardamom Essential Oil is available in ½ oz bottles. Cardamom oil is for external use only.
Directions For Use
Always consult with your trusted healthcare provider prior to adding any supplement to your regimen. There is no set recommended daily allowance for cardamom supplements. Refer to individual label directions for more information.
