Did you know that herbs and spices not only enrich the taste of food, but also help the body fight inflammation in a natural way? However, they are so easy to include in your daily diet. Here are some delicious and healthy condiments.
Turmeric
Traditional Indian cuisine, this bright yellow spice has long been used to fight infections, wounds, colds and liver diseases. It is one of the strongest anti-inflammatories on the planet and can even fight cancer.
Add a pinch of turmeric to vegetable dishes and soups along with freshly ground pepper: the body absorbs the antioxidant curcumin contained in it in the presence of capsaicin, which is rich in pepper. Or make this turmeric tea.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon is often added to desserts, cereals, smoothies, and drinks. However, it not only gives the dish a special taste, but also increases the function of the brain, fights cancer, and stimulates digestion.
Rosemary
Rosemary, with its pine-like scent, is traditional in Mediterranean cuisine. This herb has anti-inflammatory properties, as well as improves memory, stimulates digestion, relieves muscle pain (also look for other foods that help relieve pain).
Add a sprig of rosemary to vegetables or sprinkle on potato wedges before baking in the oven.
Cayenne pepper
Ancient cultures appreciated the healing properties of cayenne and other hot peppers. They all contain capsaicinoids, which give peppers anti-inflammatory properties. Pepper helps relieve arthritis symptoms, relieves headaches, prevents blood clots, stimulates the body’s natural detoxification, and improves digestion.
Add a pinch of spiced chili to vegetable soup or stew, and season with hummus or guacamole with cayenne pepper.
Sage
Like rosemary, sage is also a staple in Mediterranean cuisine and has anti-inflammatory properties. This herb is also known for its ability to soothe menstrual cramps, eliminate gastrointestinal discomfort, and improve blood circulation.
Add 3-4 fresh sage leaves to your favorite herbal tea, and steep the sage leaves in olive oil for flavor and additional properties.
Ginger
Aromatic and spicy ginger complements many Asian dishes. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and boosts the immune system. Ginger eliminates nausea and vomiting, especially during pregnancy. It also helps protect you from several cancers.
Add freshly grated ginger to curries or sautéed vegetables, and combine with soy sauce, olive oil and garlic for a salad dressing.
Oregano
This herb contains the powerful anti-inflammatory agent beta-caryophyllene. Oregano helps relieve symptoms of osteoporosis and atherosclerosis and has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Sprinkle the pizza or baked goods generously with chopped oregano and add it to the pasta sauce.
Garlic
Garlic helps relieve arthritis pain, reduce nausea, inflammation, and lower blood pressure, and remove heavy metals from the body.
Carnation
Cloves have been used for thousands of years in India and China. Its beneficial properties include improving digestion, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, and strengthening the immune system. Add cloves to soups and stews, or hot drinks.