Cumin Seed Powder (4 oz, ZIN: 511761)

Cumin (pronounced "come in") is the pale green seed of Cuminum cyminum, a small herb in the parsley family. Cumin is also called Comino Romano, Jiraka, and Jeera. Cumin is believed to be one of the earliest cultivated herbs and is native to the Mediterranean and Upper Egypt. From early times Cumin has been cultivated in Arabia, India, and China. Cumin was important for health in ancient Egypt. In Indian traditions it correlates to the fifth chakra, the navel center. In India it can also be tried to help support infant colic. Early Romans used ground Cumin much like black pepper is used today. During the Ottoman Empire, roasted Cumin was often featured in breads of European courts. - Today, Cumin can also be used by veterinarians. Seeds are added to vegetables, beans, dips, pickles, yogurt, lamb, cordials, and Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Indian, Mexican and Cajun dishes. It is added to lemonade and tamarind water to help avoid stomach p - Traditionally used to help support carpal tunnel syndrome, diarrhea, indigestion, morning sickness, flatulence and more. - Stir 1/4 of a teaspoon into a glass of water and consume 3 times daily, with meals. - TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium-quality, natural source products that use only the finest, purest and most potent ingredients found around the world. TerraVita is hallmarked by the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All of our products are prepared with the highest elements of quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, up to and including the moment that the bottles or bags are sealed for freshness and shipped out to you. Our highest possible standards are certified by independent laboratories and backed by our personal guarantee. - TerraVita exists