Cumin seeds which are commonly known as Jira or Zira is an essential Indian spice and is well-known for its carminative effect. It relieves nausea and vomiting, eases digestion and is used as a quick Ayurvedic remedy for constipation and diarrhoea.

Jeera Kashaya which is a herbal preparation of the decoction of Cumin seeds is a medicinal solution and a quick home remedy that is used to reduce ailments of the digestive system in the field of traditional Ayurveda.

PREPARATION OF JEERA KASHAYA:

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 small teaspoon of Jeera/Cumin Seeds
• 1 Cup water
• Homemade butter

METHOD:

• Gently dry roast Kasturi Jeera/Cumin seeds on a low flame.
• Simultaneously make sure to boil a cup of water in another vessel.
• As soon as the Cumin seeds leave a subtle aroma on being roasted, add the boiled water to it.
• Boil the mixture till the water level reduces by half, leaving behind a concentrated decoction of the Jeera/Cumin seeds.
• Sieve the decoction and add a little butter to it.
• Savour the herbal juice of Cumin seeds while its piping hot.