Cardamon Powder (Eladi Churna)
Eladi Churna
Cardamon Powder
Tradition:
Ayurveda
Source / Author:
Bhaisajyaratnavali
| Herb Name | Latin | Amount * |
|---|---|---|
| Ela (Lesser Cardamon) | Elettaria cardamomum | equal parts |
| Lavanga (Clove) | Syzygium aromaticum | |
| Gajakesara (Mesua) | Mesua ferrea | |
| Kola majja (Jujube) | Zizyphus jujuba | |
| Laja (Rice) | Oryza sativa | |
| Priyangu | Callicarpa macrophylla | |
| Musta (Cyperus) | Cyperus rotundus | |
| Candana (Sandalwood) | Santalum album | |
| Pippali (Long Pepper) | Piper Longum |
Preparation:
Dry the Jujubes in an oven (50 degrees for 24 hours), then powder and mix with the remaining in powder.
Function:
Clears Phlegm, Stops Cough and Wheezing
Use:
1. Cough
2. Asthma
Dose:
2–4 grams (up to 10 grams) with Honey
Cautions:
None noted
Modifications:
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