Yelakkaai / ஏலக்காய்

Reduce stress!

Although more research is being done on its anti-depressant properties, Ayurvedic medicine recommends that 'cardamom tea is good for depression'. This will naturally reduce the stress by removing the toxins and rejuvenating the cells.
Relief for colds and flu
Due to its alkalinity, it can prevent colds and flu. Drinking a cardamom tea will get rid of colds and flu.
Protects from germs!
People with infections can take this. The oil in it prevents the growth of bacteria, viruses and fungi.
However, it is said that a pinch of cardamom powder is enough because adding too much cardamom powder can lead to infertility.