The Great Health Benefits Of Spices

By Camille Nicholson


During ancient times before conventional medicine was invented, people had to rely on natural cures. Ancient doctors used to extract these ingredients to create medicines that were so effective that they cured almost all of the diseases at that time. Today, these natural ingredients known as spices and herbs are used for culinary arts although the health benefits of spices are still very well know.

Now there are three main features that each spice has and how it can benefit people. Of course it is common knowledge that each spice has a high amount of antioxidants which can prevent cancer by killing free radicals. Also, they have special components that can stop inflammation such as allergies or other kinds of swelling. They may even help with weight loss problems because they are known to help the digestive system move smoother and thus enhancing the diet.

Now aside from these three main features that were given above, each spice has its own unique benefit. Cinnamon, which is one of the most popular of all seasonings, it a unique blend of flavor and flexibility because it tastes good in almost every dish. On the health side, it is known to have polyphenol which is a kind of insulin and can help people with high blood sugar.

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.

Of course the most famous of all of the seasonings and herbs is ginger because it probably is the most commonly used for medicine. Ginger has special components that can help with digestive issues and may even completely take away feelings of nausea. People even can use ginger as a pain killer in case they have a stomach ache or a head ache.

When it comes to health, it is always important to take note of the healthier alternatives so conventional medicine may be avoided. People of the olden days have relied on nothing but herbs and other types of spices in order to cure their illnesses. That being said, one can really trust the health benefits of spices even up until today.




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