Fructus Amomi Rotundus (Bai Dou Kou)

Alias:
White Cardamom, Bai Dou Kou

Properties:
Acrid, Warm

Pharmacological Effects:

• White Cardamom (Bai Dou Kou) has the effects of warming the middle, promoting Qi circulation, strengthening the spleen, aiding digestion, and relieving nausea and vomiting. It is commonly used to treat symptoms like spleen and stomach weakness, loss of appetite, indigestion, and nausea.
• White Cardamom promotes gastrointestinal motility, improves digestive function, and helps relieve symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain.
• It has a strong dampness-dispelling effect, helping to eliminate excess dampness from the body and improving issues like weight gain and edema caused by dampness.
• Modern research shows that White Cardamom has antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, helping to inhibit bacterial growth and strengthen the immune system.
• Additionally, White Cardamom has a mild sedative effect, which can help alleviate anxiety, insomnia, and other related conditions.