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Using Healthy Spices For 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.

Most people are familiar with the use of cinnamon. It may surprise you to know that what is called cinnamon is often cassia. To get the benefits of cinnamon, you need to look for the label "Ceylon cinnamon". Cinnamon is effective as an antioxidant. This means it can help against cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Boosting the effectiveness of insulin reduces the level of blood sugar. The spice is thus a good weapon against cardiovascular issues.

Another weapon that has been shown to be effective against Alzheimer's and other cognitive impairments is sage. This spice prevents the formation of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase. Lowered levels of the enzyme improves cognition. Sage is also able to improve the digestion of other foods. Another benefit is as a product that acts much like the hormone estrogen. The use of sage tends to curb hot flashes and similar menopause symptoms.

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.

Using healthy spices such as the ones listed above are part of a natural approach to wellness. For most individuals, the spices have no side effects. The spices are helpful when fighting cancer, multiple sclerosis, cardiovascular disease, food poisoning and Alzheimer's. The dosage should be limited to those which would be available in regular culinary preparation.




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