Spice it up!
Spices have untapped health benefits and have recently been stealing the scene as powerful cancer preventatives and fighters. Below are five you might want to consider adding to your diet:
Cayenne pepper contains capsaicin, yet another cancer preventative. When used in excess it can cause heartburn, but a little sprinkled onto everyday foods should be enough for you to see the benefits. Cayenne peppers are full of beta-carotene, other antioxidants and immune boosters and help to build healthy mucous membranes - our first level of defense against bacteria and viruses.
Besides being a yummy addition to coffee, cinnamon protects against Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Derived from tree bark, this wonderful spice stimulates the body’s circulatory system. Just half a teaspoon taken daily lowers blood glucose, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels. It also counteracts congestion, may be useful treating osteoarthritis and improves blood circulation.
Garlic is one of the most potent weapons in preventing cancer, particularly colon cancer. Containing the photochemical allicin, garlic stimulates the production of cancer-fighting enzymes. Daily garlic consumption can lower total cholesterol and triglyceride levels by 10 percent
For centuries, this knobby little root has been used for an upset tummy. We now know that it holds anti-inflammatory properties, shows promise in treating cancer, osteoarthritis and, when used topically, rheumatoid arthritis. It can be used as an appetite stimulant, and a treatment for nausea.
Researchers have discovered that, not only does it fight cancer, but turmeric also contains an entire spectrum of other health benefits, including inflammation-fighting compounds called curcuminoids. These compounds may help prevent Alzheimer’s, arthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome. When used topically turmeric has been known to help heal skin infections.
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