Cumin (Cuminum cyminum)

Cumin (Cuminum cyminum), a 15-30 cm Apiaceae herb, has fruits used for bloating, indigestion, diuresis, and boosting breast milk. Its essential oils provide antispasmodic, carminative, and antimicrobial effects against gram-positive microorganisms, aiding gut infections. Traditional medicine mirrors these uses.

Compounds Table

Compound	Approximate Percentage	Brief Description
Essential Oils	2-5%	Antispasmodic, carminative, soothes the digestive system
Alkaloids	0.5-1%	Antioxidant, boosts immune system
Terpenoids	1-3%	Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial
Fats	10-15%	Enhances milk production, diuretic properties
Flavonoids	0.5-1%	Anti-inflammatory, improves blood circulation

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Cumin (Cuminum cyminum) is an annual herbaceous plant, delicate and aromatic, growing to a height of 15-30 cm. This plant belongs to the Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) family.

Medicinal Parts:

The medicinal part of the cumin plant is its fruit. It has short spines and bristle-like awns on its stigma, with the first pair being thread-like in appearance.

Uses:

Cumin is commonly used for treating bloating and indigestion. It also serves as a diuretic and helps increase breast milk production. In traditional medicine, it has been used for the same purposes.

Pharmacological Effects:

Cumin contains significant amounts of essential oils, which give it the general properties of volatile oils. These essential oils act on the smooth muscles of the digestive system, providing antispasmodic and carminative effects. Additionally, cumin has notable antimicrobial properties, particularly against gram-positive microorganisms, and it helps treat gastrointestinal infections.