So, you thought that herbs and spices just added flavour to your food? Think again. Like fruit and vegetables, spices are excellent sources of vitamins and minerals helping our body to fight disease, inflammation or even helping our brain.
Here are a few to note:
Basil fights aging, treats arthritis and helps with inflammatory bowel disease.
Cayenne promotes weight loss by stimulating thermogenesis, it helps blood pressure and heals stomach ulcers.
Chilli is a natural pain reliever, it can clear congestion and boost immunity
Cinnamon helps to lower blood pressure, boost your metabolism and reduces blood glucose
Garlic detoxes the bloodstream, lowers cholesterol and promotes heart health
Ginger aids digestion and is good for sickness
Mustard seeds are good for the gastrointestinal tract and the colon
Oregano promotes bone health and boosts the immune system. Its also good for colds and upset stomachs
Peppermint helps anxiety and soothes tension headaches
Rosemary fights against seasonal allergies and help reduce inflammation
Sage is good for the memory, it promotes brain health and improves attention
Turmeric helps with digestion, reduces inflammation and promotes heart health
