How much cardamom can help in weight loss? The latest study conducted by Texas A&M AgriLife has drawn attention to the health and dietary benefits of consuming cardamom, elevating this spice to the status of a “superfood.”
The study, led by lead researcher Luis Cisneros-Zevallos, Ph.D., a professor of horticulture and food science at the Department of Horticultural Sciences within Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, in collaboration with the Institute for Advancing Health Through Agriculture, has revealed cardamom’s potential to enhance appetite and aid in fat loss.
How much cardamom can help in weight loss?
The study, which was published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, emphasized the numerous benefits of cardamom consumption. This spice is widely used in various global cuisines because of its warm herbal flavor and aromatic fusion of eucalyptus, mint, and pepper.
Dr. Cisneros-Zevallos emphasized the research’s groundbreaking nature, claiming that cardamom’s potential as a dietary asset extends beyond its limited recognition in the United States.
According to the findings, cardamom not only stimulates appetite but also increases energy expenditure and aids in fat loss.
The study used live animal subjects and various dosages of cardamom seeds in a standard diet.
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According to the study, consuming at least 8 to 10 cardamom pods daily provides approximately 77 milligrams of cardamom bioactive, which may be beneficial for an adult weighing 60 kg.
The study also found that cardamom affects neural circuits that regulate adipose tissue lipolysis and mitochondrial oxidative metabolism in the liver and skeletal muscle.
Cisneros-Zevallos also highlighted cardamom’s anti-inflammatory properties, emphasizing its ability to combat low-grade inflammation, which is a precursor to chronic inflammatory conditions and various diseases.
The findings have important implications for a wide range of industries, from sports and functional foods to dietary supplements, where cardamom seeds can be used to promote the production of health-improving products.
