Cumin: uses, side effects, interactions

Benefits

What is cumin for?

Cumin or cumin is a spice that is usually used as a cooking spice, essential oil, cosmetics, and ingredients in the pharmaceutical industry. Cumin has a fragrant aroma, spicy taste, and hot nature.

This spice is often used to treat digestive problems such as:

• Heartburn
• Bloating
• Decreased appetite
• Constipation
• Dyspepsia (ulcer)
• Colic

Cumin oil is also used to help treat cough with phlegm, improve urination control, and kill bacteria in the body. In addition, this one spice can also be used to relieve menstrual pain and increase breast milk for nursing mothers.

Some people also use cumin as a natural mouthwash for sore throats and massage oil to improve local blood flow.

How does it work?

There isn't enough research into how this one herb works. Discuss with your herbalist or doctor for more information. However, there are some studies showing that cumin might work as:

• Antispasmodics, help reduce or stop muscle spasms in the intestines.
• Antiflatulen, helps overcome flatulence.
• Antimicrobial, helps kill or slow down microbial growth.
• Antioxidants, help protect against damage to cells by free radicals.
• Anticarcinogens, help fight cancer-causing cells.

Dose

The information provided below is not a substitute for medical recommendations. Always consult your herbalist or doctor before taking this medicine.

What is the usual dose for cumin for adults?

Actually, there are no specific rules regarding how much the right dose of cumin to use. However, the general dosage for cumin is 50-100 mg of cumin oil per day, it can be used in combination with mint leaf oil to cure stomach ulcers.

The dosage of this herbal plant can be different for each patient. The dose you will need depends on your age, health, and several other conditions. Herbal plants are not always safe for consumption. Discuss with your herbalist or doctor for a dosage that is suitable for you.

In what forms is cumin available?

This herbal plant can be available in the following forms and dosages:

• Seed
• Powder
• Oil
• Liquid
• Tea
• Capsule
• Infusion

Side effects

What side effects can cumin cause?

The possible side effects of cumin are:

• Diarrhea
• Anorexia
• Liver and kidney dysfunction
• Redness
• Irritation
• Contact dermatitis

Cumin oil can also cause belching, heartburn, and nausea when used with mint oil. It can also cause skin rashes and itching if applied to sensitive skin.

Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be other side effects which are not listed here. If you have concerns about certain side effects, please consult your herbalist or doctor.

Security

What should I know before consuming cumin?

There is concern that this herb might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgery. Stop using cumin at least 2 weeks before scheduled surgery.

Keep away from light and moisture. You can place it in a metal or glass cabinet.

The regulations governing the use of herbal medicines are not as strict as the regulations for drugs. Further research is needed to determine its safety. Before using, make sure the benefits of using herbal supplements outweigh the risks. Consult an herbalist or doctor for more information.

How safe is cumin?

Do not use during pregnancy (uterine relaxation possible), breastfeeding, or in children until further research is available.

Before using this herb, make sure the benefits outweigh the risks. Always consult your herbalist and doctor for more information.

Interaction

What kinds of interactions might occur when I consume cumin?

This herbal supplement can interact with other medications or with any health conditions you have. Consult an herbalist or doctor before use.

There is a concern that cumin is one of the herbs that can lower blood sugar. Therefore, if you have diabetes and use cumin, monitor your blood sugar carefully. The dose of medication you are taking for diabetes may need to be adjusted.

Apart from that, cumin extract is also known to increase iron absorption. Too often using cumin extract with iron supplements or foods that contain iron can increase iron levels in the body.

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