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Ajwain · Yavani
Trachyspermum ammi — The sharp, thyme-scented kitchen seed that Ayurveda counts among the strongest household digestives — it relights a dull digestive fire within minutes.
Classical properties (Dravyaguna)
Rasa (taste): Pungent, bitter
Virya (potency): Heating
Vipaka (post-digestive): Pungent
Dosha effect: Pacifies Vata and Kapha; can raise Pitta
Parts used: Seeds
Key benefits
- Relieves gas and bloating fast
- Kindles appetite (deepana)
- Eases colicky abdominal pain
- Clears wet coughs and congestion
- Useful in worm complaints
Conditions this herb helps with
Each links to our full guide — causes, home remedies, diet and when to see a doctor.
How to use at home
Chew half a teaspoon with a pinch of rock salt after heavy meals, or boil a teaspoon in a cup of water (ajwain water) and sip warm.
Typical safe range: 1-3 g seeds, once or twice daily
Precautions: Hot and drying — reduce in high Pitta (acidity with burning) and pregnancy beyond food amounts. Always inform your physician about herbs you take alongside prescribed medicines, and never stop prescriptions on your own.