Health Benefits of Common Herbs & Spices

Herbs and spices not only taste amazing, they each bring their own healing properties. Below is

a list of commonly used herbs and spices, along with a few of their amazing healing abilities.

• Nutmeg: ability to relieve pain, soothe indigestion, strengthen cognitive function,

• Cumin: antioxidant, digestive aid, assists with blood sugars, antibacterial, antiparasitic,
anti-inflammatory, memory booster, weight loss aid and anticarcinogen
• Saffron: antioxidant, mood enhancement, cancer fighter, reduces appetite, memory
booster, assists with blood sugars and assists with eye sight
• Ginger: assists with digestive health, reduces muscle pain when consumed regularly,
lowers fasting blood sugars and may lower cholesterol. Antioxidants and other nutrients
in ginger may help prevent or treat arthritis, inflammation and various types of infection

• Paprika: packed with micronutrients and beneficial compounds including fiber, vitamins
A, E, B6 and Iron. In addition, it promotes healthy vision, is an antioxidant, anti-
inflammatory and has anticancer properties

• Turmeric: natural anti-inflammatory, neutralizes free radicals in the body, improves

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• Cardamom: contains antioxidants that have been shown to reduce blood pressure,

research suggests that it may fight cancer cells and stop the growth of tumors, anti-

inflammatory, has been found to heals stomach issues- including ulcers, fights common

mouth bacteria and antibacterial

• Ceylon Cinnamon: helps metabolize glucose in liver, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-

• Cayenne Pepper: metabolism booster, reduce hunger, lower blood pressure, assist in
digestive health, pain reliever, improve psoriasis and may reduce cancer risk
Basil: excellent source of vitamin K, manganese, iron, vitamin A, and vitamin C,
• calcium, magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids. The essential oil from Basil may be used
for treating cuts, wounds and skin infections

Oregano: contains phytonutrients (thymol and carvacrol), which fight infections such as
• staph – making it a great antibacterial. Loaded with antioxidants, excellent source of
fiber, vitamin K, manganese, iron, vitamin E, tryptophan and calcium

Rosemary: antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, improves digestion,

Thyme: immune booster packed with vitamin C, also a good source of vitamin A,
• copper, fiber, iron and manganese
Sage: contains iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper, vitamins A, C, E, K and B6 –
• contains antioxidants, supports oral health, eases menopause symptoms, supports
memory and brain health, may lower bad cholesterol and may aid in combating aging

Tarragon: improves insulin sensitivity, improve sleep and regulate sleep patterns,
increase appetite and relieves pain associated with conditions like osteoarthritis
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Parsley: antioxidants, supports bone health, contains cancer-fighting substances,
protect eyes, improve heart health and has antibacterial properties
• Bay Leaf: rich source of vitamins A and C, iron, potassium, calcium, and magnesium,
and is good for treatment of migraines

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• Mint: antiviral and antibacterial properties, facilitates smoother digestion, anti-

inflammatory, aids with headaches, relieves congestion, great oral care, facilitate better

absorption of nutrients from food, improves brain function, contain a high content of

salicylic acid, which is excellent in combating acne, and aids with stress and depression

• Star Anise: contains thymol, terpineol and anethole, which is used for treating cough
and flu - also helps improve digestion, alleviate bloating, indigestion and constipation

• Dill: significant boost of vitamin C, fiber, folate, calcium, riboflavin for cell function and
development, manganese and iron
Garlic: help prevent and reduce the severity of common illnesses like the flu and
• common cold, improve blood pressure for those with known high blood pressure,
antioxidant, protects against chronic disease, shown to significantly reduce lead toxicity
and related symptoms
Marjoram: promote better blood circulation, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory,
• relieves stomach cramps and digestive disorders. Assists with depression, dizziness,
migraines, nervous headaches, nerve pain, paralysis, coughs and runny nose

Fennel: regulate blood pressure, reduce water retention, digestive support, blood
• purifier, improves eyesight, cancer prevention and regulates body temperature
Curry: anti-inflammatory, heart health, anticancer effects, antioxidants, brain health,
lowers blood sugars, antifungal, antibacterial and boost digestive health
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Pink Himalayan Salt: improve respiratory diseases, balance body's pH, reduce signs of
aging, improve sleep quality and regulate blood sugar
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Sources:
healthline.com

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

www.medicalnewstoday.com/

webmd.com
www.flushinghospital.org

food.ndtv.com

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