Stomach pain (pet mein dard)

Desiilaaz with (Peppermint) and elaichi (cardamom)

It is usually a symptom of indigestion, diarrhea, overeating, vomiting or nausea, but may also arise from gastroenteritis, urinary disorders, appendicitis or ulcers. Herbal teas work well to relieve pain from indigestion. For other pains consult doctor.

1^st

Heat 15 g of crushed dhania (Coriander) seeds in ½ cup of water in a covered container till liquid is reduced to 3 tbsp. Filter and take 1-3 tspf twice a day.

2^nd

To 1 tspf of crushed saunf (Fennel) seeds add 1 cup of boiling water for 10-15 min in covered container. Filter and take 1 cup 2-3 times a day hot.

3^rd

To 15 g of crushed leaves of paparminta (Peppermint) add 2 cups of boiling water in covered container for 5-20 min as per the strength needed. Filter and take 1-2 cups a day warm.

4^th

Boil 1 tspf of crushed pahadi pudina (Spearmint) leaves in 2 cups of water in covered container. Remove from heat and let it stand for 15 min. Filter and take 1-2 cups a day.

5^th

Boil 1 g of powdered choti elaichi (cardamom), 1 g of powdered saunf (Fennel) seeds and 1 g of ground mint leaves with 2 cups of water in a covered container for 15 min. Remove from heat and let it stand for 15 min. Filter and take ½ cup twice a day.

6^th

To ½ tspf of dhania (Coriander) powder and ½ tspf of adrak (Ginger) powder add 1 cup of boiling water, cover and let it stand for 5-10 min. Filter and take 1 cup twice a day. (Excellent for relieving indigestion in children)