Why ajwain deserves a spot in your monsoon routine

Acharya Balkrishna, an Ayurveda expert, talked about a spice called ajwain, also known as carom seeds.

Ajwain sits in almost every Indian kitchen.

During the rainy monsoon season, many people get tummy troubles and colds.

Ayurveda says ajwain helps balance the body and aids digestion.

A special part of ajwain called thymol helps the stomach break down food.

It also relaxes tummy muscles, which helps trapped gas escape instead of causing pain.

People also use ajwain for colds because it may help loosen mucus and make breathing easier.

Scientists see promise in these effects, but strong human studies are still missing.

So ajwain is a helpful habit, but it is not a substitute for seeing a doctor when something serious happens.