According to the expert, these spices help to cope with a variety of problems, from digestive disorders to excess weight, and even to raise immunity.
Everyone who watches TV knows that immunity lives in the intestines. Our ability to fight viruses and infections is largely dependent on how well the intestinal microflora supports the body’s defenses. Australian nutritionist Lee Holmes told how to improve gut health with the help of six simple spices – forget about bloating, cramps and other unpleasant phenomena. And at the same time improve the state of immunity and lose weight.
1. Fennel seeds
According to the doctor, this spice relieves the bloating, which causes trouble for many. Fennel seeds contain substances that effectively fight gas in the intestines.
“Fennel has an antispasmodic effect on the smooth mucous membrane of the digestive tract,” says Lee Holmes.
How to use: pour a tablespoon of seeds with a glass of boiling water, let it brew for two hours. Take two tablespoons before meals.
2. Ginger
It turns out that ginger is useful not only in the fight against colds. According to the nutritionist, this spicy root helps the intestinal mucosa to heal, effectively fighting colitis and other inflammation. And he also saves from flatulence. In addition, ginger helps liver cells to regenerate.
How to use: Pour freshly chopped ginger over with boiling water and brew like tea. Can be drunk with honey, herbs, raspberry leaves, lemon, dried berries, cinnamon and cardamom can be added to tea. It is better to drink in the morning. But for those with high blood pressure, peptic ulcer or duodenal ulcer, or kidney stones, ginger is contraindicated.
3. Mint
It would seem like grass that just smells good. But mint, it turns out, copes well with irritable bowel syndrome, flatulence, various inflammations, indigestion and constipation, reduces blood pressure in hypertension, soothes the nerves and even helps to cope with toxicosis. But there is a nuance: during pregnancy, mint can be taken only after consulting a gynecologist. The fact is that mint can provoke an increased tone of the uterus.
How to use: fresh or dried mint is poured with boiling water and insisted for about half an hour. The leaves can be added to both regular tea and herbal tea.
4. Turmeric
This spice is credited with miraculous properties: it helps to lose weight, has fat burning and cleansing properties, reduces bloating, and supports liver function. In addition, it is used to make cleansing masks for the face and restoring hair. Turmeric also helps to preserve memory, reduces cravings for sweets and starchy foods, relieves swelling.
How to use: Turmeric powder can be added to absolutely anything, from meats and soups to baked goods and drinks.
5. Cumin
A piquant spice familiar to every lover of Borodino bread. Not only is caraway delicious, it also helps prevent fermentation in the stomach, thereby saving you from flatulence and bloating. In addition, cumin has antimicrobial properties and helps the body to cope with inflammation and constipation, intestinal colic. And even the breath is refreshing.
How to use: add a little caraway seeds to your regular meals. He’s especially good at baking. Alternatively, cumin can be brewed with tea.
6. Dill seeds
Every mom knows that dill water is an excellent remedy for relieving colic in babies. Dill seeds relieve spasms, have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, as well as a slight diuretic effect. However, fresh dill is also very useful: it helps well against flatulence.
How to use: pour a tablespoon of dill seeds with a glass of boiling water, let it brew and drink a third of a glass before meals. Add fresh dill wherever possible, it goes with almost anything.