Three Herbs and Spices That Have Powerful Healing Properties

A good number of herbs and spices have been associated with medicinal properties and health benefits throughout history. It can be recalled that a whole lot of them had attained popularity because of their medicinal properties way before the current age and time.

These assertions on the medicinal properties of some of these herbs have also been given credence by researches conducted in modern science.

Find below 3 very healthy herbs and spices that come with significant and remarkable health benefits based on modern research.

1. Cinnamon

Cinnamon has been established as one of the lot that lowers blood sugar levels whilst having a very remarkable anti-diabetic effect. It is a very popular spice which is usually found in a variety of baked goods and recipes.

The spice contains a compound known as cinnamaldehyde and it is responsible for the spice's medicinal properties. It can also act as an antioxidant and helps fight against inflammation. It is also known to reduce triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood.

Its effects on blood sugar levels are remarkable and are the most pronounced. It lowers blood sugar levels, and one of the ways it does this is by breaking down the carbohydrates in the digestive tract and boosting the sensitivity of insulin.

Studies have also shown that it can reduce fasting blood sugars by a significant 10% to 29% in a diabetic patient. It can be administered effectively in a dosage of 0.5 to 2 teaspoons per day.

2. Sage

This name is derived from the Latin world Salvere and it means 'to save'.  It was used for many healing processes in the middle ages and is also believed to have played a part in preventing the plague.

Recent studies have shown that sage may improve brain function and memory, with regards to patients suffering from the Alzheimer's disease.

The disease is caused by a drop in the level of acetylcholine and sage is known to inhibit the breakdown of this chemical messenger found in the brain.

Further research has also shown that the herb can be used to improve memory functions in both young and old folks. I bet sage will be a very good consumable that may provide players with winning instincts whilst playing at an online casino.

3. Peppermint

This has been established as a reliever of IBS pain and may also aid in the reduction of nausea. The oil components in peppermint contain the agents which are responsible for its health benefits.

Peppermint oil has been shown to improve the management of pain in irritable bowel syndrome, IBS.

It functions by ensuring the relaxation of the smooth muscles in the colon, and this relieves the pain that is likely to be experienced during bowel movements. It also ensures the reduction of the common digestive symptom which is known as abdominal bloating.

Peppermint has also been used in aromatherapy for women in labor as it reduces nausea in the process. It also reduces nausea after births that involved surgeries and C-section.

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