Exploring Cardamom: The Multifaceted Queen of Spices

4. Provides Cavity Prevention and Oral Care

No one likes going to the dentist especially when they tell you that you have cavities. The first thing they want to do is drill out the tooth and fill it. Hold the drill, doc! Cardamom might be the answer to never hearing that word cavity again. Since the pod produces a potent antiseptic, chewing it can kill the germs that cause cavities. Also, as you chew the seeds, the bold taste triggers a saliva wash, add that with the coarse pods which cleanses the mouth naturally. If you are unfortunate enough to have a cavity, fear not, studies have shown that tooth decay possibly can be reversed through diet. Chewing the pods of this plant can help with reversing the damage.