It has also been used as a medicine since Egyptian times. It is a very common cultivated seed in Egypt.
Parts used:
The dried ripe fruits (caraway seeds) are used as an herbal remedy and an essential oil is also distilled.
THERAPEUTIC USES:
Internal Use
Caraway is used to aid the digestion, and is recommended for indigestion, gas, and infant colic since
time immemorial.
Antispasmodics, which are present in caraway, are thought to relax the uterus and may provide relief
from menstrual cramps.
Breastfeeding mothers take it to help produce more milk and it is also used for hiatus hernia, stomach
ulcers, diarrhea and bronchitis and is added to laxative medication to prevent griping.
The chewing of caraway seeds is a popular way of aiding digestion after a meal.
Aniseed is effective to help with
External use
Used as a gargle for laryngitis.
MAKING HERBAL TEA:
The standard way to make an infusion, unless otherwise specified, is to pour a cup of boiling water over 1-2 filter bags of "Dr.Life" Caraway tea, let it stand for 5 minutes and drink it warm.
USEFUL TIPS:
You could sweeten your health drink with honey, should you so require, and a dash of fresh lemon juice may also enhance the taste.
