Allspice is an aromatic spice. It is commonly used as a digestive stimulant in cooking. Native Americans also use allspice to treat indigestion, gas, flatulence and diarrhea
Modern studies suggest that allspice may have effects to fight certain bacteria, viruses and fungi and improve digestion. Scientists believe that allspice has mild but significant healing powers as a digestive aid. It provides relief for indigestion and gas.
Since allspice is a warming spice. It is also used by native Americans to warm the body to treat colds and menstrual cramps. Its effects may be similar to cinnamon and cloves.
How to use allspice
1. You can use allspice by adding it to your food, just like using black pepper or cinnamon. The spice has a warm, spicy aroma with a taste like a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, juniper and cloves. This can uplift spirits and improve your appetite.
2. You can use allspice powder to make a hot tea and drink it when you have problems such as indigestion, flatulence, gas, upset stomach, diarrhea, colds or menstrual cramps.
How to make an allspice tea
– Place 1 teaspoon of allspice powder in a cup
– Pour boiling water over the powder
– Cover it and leave for 10 minutes
– Drink it
– 2-3 times a day.
Allspice is sold as dried raw fruits, which be found in the spice section of a grocery store. It is also sold as oil or other commercial preparations.
When using it as a remedy, please consult a health practitioner.
For more information about natural remedies for indigestion, go to Natural Remedies Center: http://www.naturalremediescenter.com/treat/indigestion/
