The Efficacy, Functions, and Contraindications of White Cardamom Seed
Disease description:
Today I went to the pharmacy and bought some white cardamom seeds. What are the benefits, uses, and contraindications of white cardamom seeds?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
White cardamom seed, also known as white cardamom or Amomum kravanh, is a type of traditional Chinese medicinal herb. Its functions and effects include:
1. Resolving dampness and regulating qi flow, effectively treating symptoms such as chest and abdominal distension, nausea, and vomiting caused by dampness stagnation in the middle jiao and disharmony of the spleen and stomach.
2. Warming the middle burner and stopping vomiting, making it suitable for vomiting due to deficiency-cold of the spleen and stomach.
3. Stimulating the appetite and aiding digestion, thereby improving indigestion, food accumulation, and gastric disharmony.
4. Regulating qi to stabilize pregnancy, helping to relieve symptoms such as morning sickness and restlessness of the fetus during pregnancy.
5. However, there are contraindications for using white cardamom seed. It should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to it, those with yin deficiency and blood dryness, patients with hematemesis or epistaxis, individuals suffering from loose stools or spermatorrhea, or pregnant women. Additionally, white cardamom seed should not be consumed together with spicy, irritating foods or raw and cold foods, as this may impair its therapeutic effect or cause adverse reactions. When using white cardamom seed, one must follow medical advice and consider individual constitution and health condition.
