Stocking up the natural pharmacy found in your kitchen
Herbs and spices aren't just a go-to for adding bursts of flavor, color, and fragrance to your favorite foods; they can also act as an extension of Nature's pharmacy, right in your very own kitchen.
Many of the following spices and herbs were long celebrated for their medicinal properties well before being introduced to the culinary world. Each of the following power-packed ingredients contribute their own robust healing and/or preventative benefits to every bite, sip, or supplement dose:
Turmeric: reduces stress and acts as a potent anti-inflammatory; efficient detox ingredient
Cinnamon: boosts brain function, purifies the blood, regulates blood sugar, and relieves pain
Cumin: regulates digestion, curbs insomnia and asthma; immune system strengthener
Cloves: digestive aid, protector of the liver, strengthens bone density, and minimizes headaches
Saffron: eases symptoms of arthritis, boosts memory retention, increases vitality, and improves vision
Paprika: improves blood flow, balances skin tone, lowers blood pressure, and naturally increases energy levels
Cayenne pepper: regulates blood pressure, optimizes metabolism, clears sinuses, and rids the body of toxins
Cardamom: reduces muscle spasms, improves circulation, and aids in digestion
Mint: treats nausea and headaches, prevents respiratory disorders, and reduces symptoms of depression
Garlic: boosts digestion, regulates symptoms of diabetes, relieves ear aches, and lowers cholesterol
Parsley: treats signs of arthritis and osteoporosis, boosts the immune system, and neutralizes blood sugar
Dill weed: promotes healthy digestion, prevents insomnia, and treats respiratory disorders
Sage: improves brain function and memory, supports oral health, and eases symptoms of menopause
Peppermint: relieves digestive pains, reduces nausea, and fights bacterial infections
Food is intended to act as both fuel and medicine in its natural state and intention, and it's no understatement to say that you truly take on the properties of whatever it is you choose to eat. Food should be fun, flavorful, and fulfilling to your well-being. So spice up, buttercup!
By Sam Jump
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