(Cuminum cyminum)
Culture
Conventional farming
Family
Apiaceae
Biochemical profile
Paramenthadien 1,3 (cuminal), cuminaldéhyde, G-terpinène, B-pinène
Part used
Seed, steam distilled without pressure.
Therapeutic effects
Calming, analgesic, acts on sleep behavior, digestive stimulant.
Indications
Calms inflammatory and spasmodic colitis, limits aerophagia.
Can be combined with relaxing massage oils to help unwind and prepare insomniacs for sleep.
Caution
Should be diluted for external massage as it can irritate sensitive skins.
5ml / 0.016fl.oz