The Use Of Healthy Spices For Enhanced Wellness

By Camille Nicholson


For a growing number of people in today's world, turning to the spice cabinet is preferred over opening the medicine cabinet. These natural and flavorful ingredients add excitement to your cooking. What you may not realize is that the healthy spices also improve heart health, reduce inflammation and even fight the ravages of cancer. Here are a few of the natural ingredients that will enhance health.

The use of cinnamon boosts the antioxidant fighters in your body. In addition to smelling aromatic, it is known to reduce blood sugar levels in the body, due to strengthen the insulin effectiveness. Antioxidants are believed to fight the growth of cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. One tip to be aware of is that the spice labeled as "cinnamon" may actually be "cassia". Look for the label "Ceylon Cinnamon" if you have questions.

Another Alzheimer's fighter is sage. The aromatic spice blocks the formation of an enzyme known as acetylcholinesterase. When the level of the enzyme is controlled, cognition is improved. Sage is also known for its ability to improve digestion. Including culinary levels of sage in the diet may help with symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes. It does so by behaving in a similar manner as the hormone estrogen.

Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric. This substance is another strong antioxidant. It has been used in research studies for its ability to limit the development of amyloid plaque and the growth of cancer cells. Turmeric regulates insulin levels and triglycerides which boosts heart health and protects the entire cardiovascular system. In many ways, the spice acts like a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory. It eliminates the side effects associated with the drugs. Turmeric is believed to be effective against multiple sclerosis and similar autoimmune disorders.

A major active ingredient in thyme is thymol, a volatile oil. This oil is known for its antimicrobial qualities. In studies, thymol is effective against certain types of food poisoning, staph infections and E. Coli. To improve digestion, as well as to improve the health of your hair and scalp, use this aromatic spice.

Many people over the years turn to ginger as a way to settle the stomach. Improving the digestive process may reduce the likelihood of gastric ulcers. For other individuals, ginger has benefits in pain relief. Menstrual cramps may be lessened, as well as the pain of migraine headaches. Ginger may be influential against osteoarthritis and chronic inflammations.

The association of rosemary with memory has been known for centuries. In ancient Greece, studying for major examinations was accompanied by wearing rosemary in the hair. The component of rosemary called carnosic acid is effective against damage from free-radicals in the brain. The risk of Alzheimer's and stroke is thus lowered. Another component, carnosol has been linked to cancer growth inhibitors.

Healthy spices are easy to obtain. They can be purchased in supermarkets. Because they taste good and enhance the natural flavor of various foods, you can experiment with them in a variety of ways. Used in culinary creations they have no side effects and are known to be a force in preventing or reducing the symptoms of many diseases and conditions.




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