Ajwain Seeds

What are ajwain seeds? Ajwain seeds are also known as Bishop’s weed or carom seeds. These seeds are indigenous to India and are a widely known cooking ingredient in Indian cuisine. Other countries where Ajwain seeds are widely cultivated include Pakistan, Iran, Egypt, Afghanistan, and lots of other countries in Asia. In preparation, the seeds are either dry-roasted, fried, or ground into a fine powder. The process helps to release the rather distinct aroma that makes it very appealing for use in cooking. Aside from their dietary implications, carom seeds come with quite a lot of health benefits. In fact, the health benefits of carom seeds have made them a household solution to common stomach upset and indigestion problems in lots of Indian households. Ajwain seeds consist of an essential oil known as thymol, which is also found in the thyme plant. It is the thymol in carom seeds that gives them their amazing health benefits, and the characteristic scent makes them quite similar to the thyme plant. Thymol is an herbicide and fungicide that also helps with diarrhea, flatulence, and indigestion problems. This wide range of properties led to its adoption in traditional Ayurvedic…