Ajwain Benefits & Nutrition
Ajwain benefits: nutrition per 100 g (363 kcal, 21.2 g fibre), how much to eat a day, who should take care and its season. Also called Carom seeds.
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Carom seeds · Spices & herbs
- 363 kcalenergy
- 17.1 gprotein
- 21.2 gfibre
- Year-roundbest season in India
Per 100 g (dried seeds) 🟢 In season now
Health benefits of ajwain
- A traditional digestive spice; its thymol may help relieve gas and bloating.
- Adds flavour to parathas, pakoras and dal.
- Is a source of calcium and iron, though in small daily amounts.
How to eat it
Add ½ tsp to parathas or dal tadka, or boil ½ tsp in a cup of water for ajwain tea.
How much a day: ½–1 tsp.
Who should be careful
- Pregnancy: avoid large medicinal amounts.
- Strong ajwain water can irritate the stomach in people with ulcers or acid reflux.
Best season in India
Year-round. See the month-by-month seasonal chart →
Frequently asked questions
What are the health benefits of ajwain?
A traditional digestive spice; its thymol may help relieve gas and bloating. Adds flavour to parathas, pakoras and dal. Is a source of calcium and iron, though in small daily amounts.
How much ajwain can I have a day?
½–1 tsp. Add ½ tsp to parathas or dal tadka, or boil ½ tsp in a cup of water for ajwain tea.
Who should be careful with ajwain?
Pregnancy: avoid large medicinal amounts. Strong ajwain water can irritate the stomach in people with ulcers or acid reflux.
When is ajwain in season in India?
Year-round.
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