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Healthy Spices For Increased 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.

The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, a strong antioxidant. In animal studies, this ingredient inhibits cancer growth and amyloid plaque development. Additional benefits include boosting heart health through the regulation of triglycerides and insulin. This protects the cardiovascular system. The spice acts like an anti-inflammatory, but without the steroids and without the side effects. Turmeric may be effective in warding off autoimmune disorders, including multiple sclerosis.

Another savory spice is thyme. The active component of this spice is the volatile oil thymol. As a natural antimicrobial substance, it has been found to be effective against staph infections, food poisoning or E.coli. Thyme is believed to improve hair and scalp health and to improve overall digestion.

In order to prevent nausea and settle the stomach, you might want to consider using ginger. The spice is also effective in preventing the onset of gastric ulcers. Ginger is believed to reduce the onset of menstrual cramps. It relieves muscle pain and the pain of migraine headaches. Ginger is also able to fight osteoarthritis and chronic inflammatory issues.

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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