DALCHINI (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume ,Tvak)
Benefits
- Its bark is used as a good digestive spice.
- Its pleasant flavour has soothing effect on mind.
Ayurvedic Remedies
Indigestion – 2 gm. powder of bark with water twice a day.
Loss of Appetite – 2 gm. pow der of equal parts of Dalchini and Ajwain for chewing in three divided doses before food.
Vomiting – 1-2 gm. powder with honey thrice a day in divided doses.
Tension headache – To be rubbed with water on a rough surface & applied to forehead.
Mental tension – The aroma has soothing action on mind. Crushed pieces may be kept in hanky or near the pillow.
Dry cough– Chewing controls the throat irritation and helps in dry cough.