Caraway
Carum carvi
Carum carvi, commonly known as caraway, is a plant traditionally used in European and Middle Eastern cuisines. It has been employed for its aromatic qualities and digestive benefits, particularly to alleviate bloating and flatulence. Scientific evidence suggests that dietary supplementation with caraway may improve growth performance and intestinal health in animals under commercial conditions. Additionally, studies indicate that both caraway and marjoram extracts can reduce airway inflammation and pro-inflammatory cytokines in a rat model of allergic asthma, though human clinical trials are limited. There is no significant reported safety concern or recorded drug interaction for carum carvi, making it generally safe to use without known contraindications.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Carum carvi is among the most commonly used plants for treating bloating/flatulence with its fruit tea.
- The study found that dietary supplementation with a garlic-based phytogenic additive improved growth performance and intestinal morphology in replacement gilts under commercial conditions.
- Both caraway and marjoram extracts significantly reduced airway inflammation and pro-inflammatory cytokines in a rat model of house dust mite-induced allergic asthma.
- GLN-encapsulated Finnish caraway essential oil showed enhanced antimicrobial activity against bacteria and improved the shelf life of pike fillet.
Frequently asked questions
What is Caraway?
Caraway (Carum carvi) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Caraway?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Caraway; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Carum carvi is among the most commonly used plants for treating bloating/flatulence with its fruit tea.
How strong is the evidence for Caraway?
The strongest finding for Caraway carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Caraway safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Caraway in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Caraway interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Caraway in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Caraway?
Caraway is also known as: Тмин обыкновенный, Carvi.
Is Caraway a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T2 Immunorestorative effects of caraway and marjoram extracts on Th2-mediated inflammation in house dust mite-triggered asthma. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Influence of a garlic-based additive on the performance parameters and intestinal morphology of replacement gilts in Ukraine under commercial conditions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Medicinal Plants Traditionally Used to Treat Digestive System Disorders in Lithuania. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Application of Finnish caraway (Carum carvi) essential oil in gelled lipid-based nanoparticles to enhance the shelf-life of freshwater fish. literature abstract metadata