Spice It Up
Herbs and spices doesn’t only add taste and flavor to our food but can also treat a lot of common ailments. Here is a list of few commonly used spices which acts as remedy for various diseases.
ANISEED: It acts against bad cold and cough and sore throat. Add it to boiling water and drink it. It has laxative effect and is used as a purgative.
ASAFOETIDA: It is very effective against stomach disorders and also prevents cough and cold.
BARLEY SEEDS: It helps to heal stomach ulcers and to clear kidney stones.
BLACK PEPPER: It gives relief from constipation and improves blood circulation.
CARDAMOM: It is used as a mouth freshener and also relieves indigestion. It helps to prevent vomiting.
CHILLIES: Chilies are effectively used to clear the mucous from respiratory tract and relieves congestion.
CINNAMON: It is used to cure indigestion, diarrhea and helps to reduce diabetes.
CLOVE: Clove oil is best used to relieve toothaches. It also cures cough and cold and acts as a mouth freshener.
CORIANDER: These stimulate the digestive tract and also treats diarrhea. It is an anti-oxidant and helps to reduce cholesterol. It also cures arthritis and osteoporosis owing to its high content of calcium.
GINGER: It improves the blood circulation and gives relief from nausea. It cures travel sickness and dizziness and used to ease toothaches.
ROCK SALT: It contains 84 minerals. It purifies the blood, eases muscle cramps and cures acidity.
TURMERIC: It is the king of all spices and is an excellent antiseptic. It heals all external wounds and relieves gastro-intestinal problems. It is also good for liver and improves digestion.
POPPY SEEDS: It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting. It induces sleep and has cooling effect on the digestive system.
So, these readily available kitchen essentials can spice up your food and also relieve common ailments. Use these to spice your life up and to stay healthy!
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