Cumin Seed

Benefits:

• Cumin contains thymol, that helps promote the production of saliva, bile and other enzymes responsible for food digestion
• The aromatic compound Cuminaldehyde helps to induce secretion of digestive juices just by the aroma
• Cumin is a rich source of iron
• A spoonful of cumin is useful to reduce body fat and thus useful in weight loss treatment
• Cumin contains high levels of the substance melatonin, which helps regulate sleep cycles

Side Effects:

• There are no known side effects with Kala Jeera in the said dosage
• Like we saw, it is used in mothers, soon after delivery and also in kids
• There is no record to say that it is unsafe during pregnancy. However, it is best to avoid during pregnancy