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Caraway Seed

In season all year

Food Description:

Caraway seeds come from an annual plant similar to fennel. They have a pungent flavour with anise and fennel notes, and were used in ancient times for their digestive properties.

General Information:

Category: Spice
To Buy: Caraway seed is available whole or ground. Buy from good delicatessens or spice shops.
To Store: Store in airtight containers away from heat and light. Whole seeds should keep for at least 3 years from purchase, and ground seeds for up to 15 months.
Tips and Tricks: Add caraway seeds to root vegetables and Moroccan spice blends such as harissa. It is used frequently in European cheese making as well as in the manufacture of gin and schnapps.

Nutrition (100 Grams):

Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Low
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. High

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Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

Digestive Disorders
 Flatulence

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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