Cumin is an aromatic seed that can be used by all doshas. It is bitter, astringent and cooling, with a pungent vipaka (post digestive taste). Cumin is a vital part of ayurvedic cooking, because of its distinctive taste and wonderful medicinal qualities. For any digestive complaints, one one might almost say, "just close your eyes and use cumin!" cumin kindles the gastric fire and improves the absorption of minerals in the intestines. It helps relieve problems of gas and can also act as a mild pain reliever. Stomach pain, nausea and diarrhea can be relieved by cumin. Cumin is also very restorative to the tissues.
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