New Delhi, Dec. 17 -- Ajwain, also called carom seeds, has always been one of those kitchen staples. It looks a bit like cumin or fennel, smells sharp and slightly peppery and almost never gets eaten raw. In most homes, it is roasted, boiled, or added to hot oil before use. One of the simplest and most common ways it shows up is as ajwain water.

Ajwain water is often used as a home remedy. A glass is offered when your stomach feels off. It is a quick fix for gas, bloating, or a lingering cough. It is not magic, but it works because of how ajwain affects digestion and breathing.

People drink ajwain water when their stomach feels heavy, bloated, or uncomfortable. Taken first thing in the morning, it gently nudges digestion into gear. It h...