Ajwain Water Recipe – Oma Water For Babies & Kids

Also known as Carom seeds or Oma, Ajwain is an ancient Indian herb that is popular for various culinary and curative reasons. This kitchen staple happens to be a nutrient powerhouse, as it contains fat, fibre, minerals, proteins and sugar. It also contains various antioxidants which allow it to keep illnesses away and also boost our immune system. This healing and therapeutic profile is perhaps what makes ajwain an incredible home remedy against a host of common and everyday health conditions. And we are not just talking about the usability of this herb for adults here; ajwain is a wonder of an herb when it comes to babies and kids in general.

Healthcare Benefits

Let us look at some of its benefits –

• It treats the problem of gas and colic among little babies, who are unable to tell and convey that what is wrong with them.
• Little babies and kids are often made to try new foods, and while some could suit them, others tend to upset their stomach. That is where ajwain comes in to help them.
• Any kind of digestive disorders, such as indigestion, acidity and flatulence, can easily be addressed by consuming ajwain, as it is or in the form of ajwain water.
• Diarrhoea and even chronic constipation are also not uncommon among babies, but they can be prevented as well as treated by giving them some ajwain water.
• It also treats various respiratory problems, and offers relief from cough, cold and congestion. Children are especially prone to changing weather conditions, and ajwain not only helps treat them but also equips the body to fight these issues in future. For this, they could either inhale ajwain water vapours, or simply consume some ajwain water. This is also beneficial in case of asthma among children.
• It also has the ability to enhance the appetite, and make children eat healthier and better.

Why Ajwain or Oma is Recommended for Kids?

Ajwain is one of the most profound and yet underrated herbs of all times. This is a great healer in case of small babies and has been supportive as an expectorant that clears chest congestion especially during common cold. Oma or Ajwain water is believed to be able to to calm down a chronic colic child, who cries without stopping (can be due to stomach-ache / indigestion / abdominal gas). Not only this, the feeding mother can also have oma / Ajwain water for improving her digestion and also to enhance lactation. Also, the anti-inflammatory properties of ajwain / Oma may improve the mother’s health, post-delivery.

Recipe – Oma Water

• Take one-fourth teaspoon Oma seeds and crush them.
• Now take a pan and fry the Ajwain dry on low flame.
• Once you feel aroma is coming from the pan add ½ cup of water.
• Cook it to medium flame for about 10 minutes till the water is half.
• Filter it through a strainer.

Other Benefits

Ayurveda and its benefits have no dearth of possibilities when it comes to keeping one fit and in a proper shape and healthiness. We just need to adhere to this natural lifestyle and it can help us to be healthy in immense possible ways. Having a strong digestion helps fight many other ailments which come in the formative years. Once a baby’s metabolism is strong this remedy supports to many other health maladies to overcome like lethargy, colic, digestion, concentration, cranky frame of mind, mood swings and more.

Ajwain Potli

This remedy also works as a charm for new born and small babies. You could roast about 2-3 spoons of ajwain seeds in a dry pan till its aroma starts to come. Just put it in a small clean cloth and make a small potli (bundle). Slightly warm this and gently keep and compress it on the child’s chest or stomach area where you feel baby is congested. This could provide relief to the baby in no time.

• Consuming ajwain water by babies early morning with luke-warm water has shown amazing health benefits in regards to digestion abilities, clearer stools and a better metabolism.
• Jaggery & Ajwain mixture helps soothe a longing cough and expels phlegm.
• Using warm stir fried ajwain in oil massage is as well good for the babies and small children.

How to Consume Ajwain

It is completely safe for babies above the age of 7 to 8 months to consume ajwain water, with 1 to 2 teaspoon of ajwain seeds boiled or soaked in water overnight. Initially, giving 1 to 2 teaspoons should suffice, and you can increase the amount with time. Adding honey or some jaggery to the water makes it delicious. As the small children age, we can start introducing them to ajwain roti as well.

Ajwain water is also extremely beneficial for adults. It is a natural and effective weight loss remedy, and we can also add some honey to the water to increase the benefits.

About the Author:

Dr Sonica Krishan is Author and Speaker in the areas of Healthy and Joyous Living through Ayurveda, Meditation, Yoga and other Contemplative practices. She is a leading Ayurveda Professional in India. She is also Health Writer, Columnist, Editor, Ayurveda Consultant and Holistic Healing Coach. Dr Sonica is open for National as well as International Collaborations with interested people / institutions in fields of Ayurveda, Meditation and Yoga.

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