Carom seeds

Carom seeds are the seeds of the ajwain herb, or Trachyspermumammi. … Although referred to as “seeds,” carom seeds are the fruit of the ajwain herb. They’re slightly green to brown in color and have a pungent, bitter taste. They look similar to cumin seeds, but their taste and aroma are closer to that of thyme.

Active enzymes in ajwain improve the flow of stomach acids, which can help to relieve indigestion, bloating, and gas. The plant can also help to treat peptic ulcers as well as sores in the esophagus, stomach, and intestines.