The Recipe

This remedy combines five potent herbs known for their digestive properties: ginger, fennel, peppermint, coriander, and carom seeds. Here’s how to prepare the mixture:

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon dried ginger powder

• 1 tablespoon fennel seeds

• 1 tablespoon dried peppermint leaves

• 1 tablespoon coriander seeds

• 1 tablespoon carom seeds (ajwain)

Preparation:

1. Dry roast fennel seeds, coriander seeds, and carom seeds separately until aromatic.

2. Grind all the ingredients into a fine powder using a blender or mortar and pestle.

3. Store the mixture in an airtight jar.

Usage: Mix half a teaspoon of the powder with a glass of warm water and drink it 30 minutes after meals to ease indigestion. Alternatively, you can brew it into tea by adding the powder to boiling water, letting it steep for 5 minutes, and then straining before drinking.

The Benefits of Each Herb

1. Ginger

Ginger has been celebrated for centuries as a powerful digestive aid. Its active compound, gingerol, stimulates the production of digestive enzymes, helping to break down food efficiently. Ginger also reduces nausea and combats bloating by relaxing the gastrointestinal tract.

Key Benefits:

• Improves gastric motility

• Alleviates nausea and bloating

• Reduces inflammation in the stomach lining

2. Fennel Seeds

Fennel seeds are rich in essential oils like anethole, which stimulate the secretion of digestive juices. They’re excellent for relieving gas and bloating while also acting as a mild laxative to support bowel regularity.

Key Benefits:

• Reduces gas and bloating

• Improves appetite and digestion

• Eases stomach cramps

3. Peppermint

Peppermint contains menthol, which has a soothing effect on the stomach muscles. It helps relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and indigestion by promoting smooth muscle relaxation in the gastrointestinal tract.

Key Benefits:

• Reduces stomach spasms

• Eases heartburn and acid reflux

• Promotes bile flow for better fat digestion

4. Coriander Seeds

Coriander seeds are packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that support digestive health. They’re particularly effective in reducing acid reflux and stimulating the production of digestive enzymes.

Key Benefits:

• Relieves acidity and heartburn

• Improves digestion and nutrient absorption

• Soothes inflammation in the gut

5. Carom Seeds (Ajwain)

Carom seeds are a traditional remedy for indigestion and flatulence. They contain thymol, which enhances the secretion of gastric juices and promotes better digestion. Ajwain also has antispasmodic properties, which help ease stomach discomfort.

Key Benefits:

• Combats gas and bloating

• Relieves stomach pain and cramps

• Enhances digestion by stimulating enzymes