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Black cardamom is often referred to as the 'Queen of Spices'. While it is commonly used as a flavouring spice for many Indian dishes, it also contains a number of health benefits. In fact the oil, which is extracted from black cardamom seeds, is used for a number of health and beauty purposesNutmeg is known as Jaiphal in Hindi, Jajikayi in Telugu, Jaadhikai in Tamil, Jathikka in Malayalam, and Jeerake in Kannada. Good for muscular and joint pain controls cough and cold among kids.Mace is the lacy covering of the nutmeg seed but differs in flavor by being subtly pungent and spicier.Mace contains a variety of nutrients such as copper, vitamin B6, calcium and dietary fibers.Useful in dry cough as well. Apply a paste made with milk to alleviate pimples and give the face a glow.Star anise has many names in different cuisines and flower in shape with intense aroma and flavor. Also known as Badiyan fool, Chakar phool, Chakri fool, Aniseed flower, Stone flower etc. Star Anise is must have for any Indian cooking method and is mostly used in preparing aromatic Briyani.