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Cumin · Jeeraka
Cuminum cyminum — The brown seed behind jeera water — a balanced digestive that improves absorption, relieves gas and supports lactation, suitable for nearly everyone.
Classical properties (Dravyaguna)
Rasa (taste): Pungent, bitter
Virya (potency): Mildly heating
Vipaka (post-digestive): Pungent
Dosha effect: Pacifies Vata and Kapha; neutral for Pitta in food doses
Parts used: Seeds
Key benefits
- Improves digestion and absorption
- Relieves gas and cramping
- Supports lactation
- Gentle detoxifying bitter
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
Boil a teaspoon in two cups of water, reduce to one, and sip warm after meals (jeera water); dry-roast and powder over food.
Typical safe range: 2-4 g seeds daily
Precautions: Safe as food; very large doses may lower blood sugar — diabetics on medication should stay in food ranges. Always inform your physician about herbs you take alongside prescribed medicines, and never stop prescriptions on your own.