Ajwain seeds contain health benefiting essential oils such thymol. Thymol the essential oil obtained from ajwain has local anesthetic, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. Ajwain seeds too are a rich sources of fiber, minerals, vitamins, and anti-oxidants. The active principles in the ajwain may help increase the digestive function of the intestinal tract through facilitating the release of gastro-intestinal secretions.
