Cardamom

Cardamom is a highly remunerative spice crop grown extensively in the cardamom hill reserve of Idukki District, owing to its unique environ-mental conditions. With limited scope existed on expanding the area under cultivation, the latest trend was to concentrate on productivity rather than production so as to get high returns per unit area. To achieve this goal, a holistic approach towards manipulation of different factors that may differ from region to region and place to place, is essential.

Indian cuisine is colorful, flavorful, and the spices not only add an interesting twist to food but also come with various health benefits that have been well chronicled since ancient times. One such spice among many others is Cardamom. Cardamom derives from the seeds of various plants in the ginger family, grown in regions of India, Indonesia and Guatemala. Used in the preparation of food, tea, and dessert, Cardamom is integrated in such a w ay that everybody can reap its long-term health benefits.

Benefits

• Antioxidant Properties May Reduces High Blood Pressure
• Corrects Digestive Ailments
• Fights Bad Bacteria
• Relaxes You
• Post-Surgery Recovery
• Soothes and Reduces Inflammation
• Relieves Respiratory Ailments
• Cardamom Benefits on The Skin and Hair