The Health Benefits Of Spices

By Camille Nicholson


Different kinds of spices have been used for medicinal purposes over many decades now. In fact, a lot of the doctors of the olden times used these simple ingredients in order to make medicines that can cure some of the worst diseases of that time. Nowadays, these ingredients are used for cooking and culinary purposes but one may still reap the health benefits of spices.

Now there are three benefits that one may get from regularly consuming spices. Firstly, all of these seasonings have a high level of antioxidants in them which can kill free radicals in the body and prevent cancer. Secondly, all of them have properties that can help stop instances of inflammation like allergic reactions and the like. Thirdly, all of them have been associated with weight loss because they help the consumer have a better diet although not fully proven yet.

Each seasoning has its own different benefit although all of them have the main three benefits mentioned above. Cinnamon is a favorite among many people because of its unique kind of flavor which can mix with almost every dish. Aside from its superb taste, it also has a component known as polyphenol which is a natural insulin and can help with regulating blood sugar levels.

Oregano, which is another very famous spice, is known to have probably the most antioxidants out of all the spices and seasonings. In addition to that, oregano is a great seasoning and adjunct to many other dishes like pasta or steak. It is a wonderful seasoning that can make a meal taste really good and let it become a healthy dish for the eater.

Turmeric is another great spice that is known for its flavor when it is added to curry or some types of soups. Basically, turmeric can help with cognitive illnesses and prevent decline in the brain. One may say that it can help prevent brain diseases like Alzheimer disease and other brain related ones.

Thyme is another great kind of seasoning that can help with respiratory problems. Thyme can help with breathing issues such as asthma and other kinds of lung problems. Thyme also has a chemical inside named thymol which is an anti fungal component which can even destroy unfriendly bacteria that can be located inside the gut or digestive system.

Ginger is known to be one of the most healthiest of all herbs and many doctors of ancient times made use of this ingredient in medicine. Ginger has certain properties that aid with digestive problems and can even slowly cure the feeling of nausea. It can even act as a natural pain killer that can be taken whenever one has a stomach ache or a head ache.

So for those who are interested in having a better diet, take a look at the health benefits of spices. The whole fact that people of the olden days relied on these herbs meant that there must be something about them that can cure many diseases. Until now a lot of health conscious people rely on these seasonings for preventing a lot of their sicknesses.




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