Know the benefits of cardamom in losing weight – Know the benefits of cardamom in losing weight

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Helps in controlling increasing weight. There are many studies in which the effect of cardamom on weight loss has been proven. So why don't you try it too.

Cardamom is known as a very special superfood. Small grains of cardamom are beneficial for your health in many ways. You will be surprised to know this but it can also help you in weight loss. Yes, cardamom helps in controlling weight gain. There are many studies in which the effect of cardamom on weight loss has been proven.

Dr Aditi Sharma, Head of Nutrition and Dietetics, Manipal Hospital, Ghaziabad also supports this. So why don't you also try it (cardamom for weight loss). Let us know, how it works, and also know the right way to include it in weight loss diet (cardamom for weight loss).

Know how cardamom works for weight loss

1. Boost metabolism

According to experts, cardamom is a thermogenic spice, which means it can increase the metabolic rate of your body. Balanced metabolism increases body fat burning capacity. It helps you relax and burn more calories during exercise.

In this way your calorie intake remains limited and your weight does not increase. Image: Adobe Stock

2. Reduces water retention

Cardamom is a natural diuretic, which means it helps eliminate excess water from your body. Thus it can reduce inflammation in the body. Absence of extra water and swelling in the body helps you in measuring the actual body weight.

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3. Improves digestion

Cardamom helps stimulate the production of digestive juices and enzymes which improves digestion. A healthy and balanced digestive system helps your body break down food more efficiently and absorb nutrients more easily. Unhealthy digestion can lead to fat storage in your body, so healthy digestion is very important.

4. Keeps you satisfied for a long time

Cardamom has appetite suppressant properties, which means it can keep you satisfied for longer periods of time. Thus helping you reduce cravings for unhealthy foods. At the same time, your calorie intake also remains limited.

5. Detoxes the body

Cardamom contains antioxidants, which can help detox the body and remove harmful toxic substances. It can help improve overall health and physical strength. According to the National Library of Medicine, detox aids in weight loss.

Rely on elaji to maintain gut health. Image-Shutterstock.

6. Control Sugar Cravings

When we crave sugar, we eat sweets, which adds extra calories to the body and can contribute to weight gain. In such a situation, cardamom controls the craving for sugar, so that you consume sugar in limited quantity. Controlling cravings is also a helpful factor in weight loss.

Know the right way to include cardamom in your diet for weight loss

1. Cardamom Tea

Crush about 5 cardamoms and put them in a cup of water. Now let the water boil well for 5 to 7 minutes. After boiling, filter it and enjoy hot. If you want, you can add 2 to 3 cloves to increase its quality.

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2. Honey and cardamom

The combination of honey and cardamom boosts your metabolism and increases your belly fat burning capacity. To lose weight, after lunch, open 2 cardamoms and mix its seeds in one spoon honey and chew it and eat it. This will promote digestion and also help in digesting the foods.

Chewing thick cardamom with lukewarm water provides warmth to the body. Image: Shutterstock

3. Cardamom and Lemon Water

If you want to boost metabolism and also remove toxins, then add 3 to 4 crushed cardamoms in a cup of water and then let it boil. Finally squeeze half a lemon and enjoy this detox drink.

4. Mix cardamom in food

You can add cardamom to your regular food like vegetables, rice, roti, raita, pudding etc. Especially add cardamom seeds to morning breakfast like oats. It adds taste and flavor to them, allowing you to enjoy your plain oats as well.

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