Jeera and ajwain water

You'll need

• 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
• ½ tsp carom seeds (ajwain)
• 1 litre water

Method

1. Bring the water to a boil with both seeds in it.
2. Boil two minutes, then turn off the heat and cover.
3. Leave it to steep until it is drinkable — about ten minutes.
4. Strain into a flask and drink it warm through the day.

Why this dish

Both seeds are warming and carminative, which is the quality Ayurveda looks for when the belly feels tight and full. Drinking it warm matters more than people expect — cold water is the thing most often blamed for dulling digestion.

Often chosen by people managing

A very common household habit after a heavy meal.

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