Cinnamon

With a sweet-spicy, cinnamon has been used by many cultures for medical properties.

One of the benefits of cinnamon is linked on type 2 diabetes. A study published in the journal Diabetes Care says that a half teaspoon of cinnamon a day significantly reduces blood sugar levels in people suffering from type 2 diabetes. Also, cinnamon reduced triglycerides, LDL cholesterol but also the total level of cholesterol.

Cinnamon benefits

• Ease congestion;
• Supports digestive functions;
• Contract and invigorate tissues;
• Anti-inflammatory to ease arthritis;
• Relieve discomfort during menstruation;
• Relieve muscles and joints pain;
• Thin components that stimulate blood circulation;
• Powerful anti-bacterial agent that kills e-coli and other bacteria;
• Prevents urinary tracts infections, cavities and gingivitis.

Nutmeg

Nutmeg is another spice that have many beneficial health properties. It can be used in a lot of foods during the holidays.

Nutmeg benefits

• Diarrhea;
• Indigestion;
• Anxiety;
• Lowers cholesterol;
• Lowers blood pressure;
• Increase blood circulation;
• Enhances attention and concentration;
• Fight gout and joint pain;
• Get rid of nausea and vomiting;
• Prevent infertility in men;
• Get rid of toothache (nutmeg oil);
• Insomnia, the cause drowsiness, so be consumed when you want to relax or get some rest.

Attention, excesses of nutmeg because has side effects: nausea, hallucinations, swelling or shock.

Cloves

Cloves have a strong sweet-spicy flavor, and give a great taste to several dishes. Cloves have begun to be consumed in many parts of the Earth, since 2000 years ago. Among the known properties of cloves is treating dental problems and gout.

Benefits of cloves

• Is an antioxidant, antiinflammatory and antibacterial;
• Eliminate intestinal parasites, bacteria and fungi;
• Improves concentration and enhances creativity;
• Eases muscle pain, but also arthritis and rheumatism.

Ginger

Ginger is another spice with a strong flavor that is perfect for warming the body.

Benefits of ginger

• Eliminate intestinal gas;
• Immune system;
• Has antioxidant properties;
• Improves biliary secretion;
• Has anti-inflammatory properties;
• Get rid of dizziness;
• Protects you from bacteria and fungi;
• Protects cardiovascular health;
• Relaxes and soothes the intestinal tracts;
• Calms nausea and other stomach diseases.
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