Seven Super Spices.

For thousands of years, spices have played dual roles in both the kitchen and medicine cabinet. Aliments from cancer to depression have been treated with herbs and spices. Here are seven examples.

This Is A Pepper Plant.

Red Pepper.

Red Pepper is native to the America’s and has been harvested for thousands of years.  It has been used for medicinal purposes by the Native Americans for many, many years. Red Pepper has been known to help those with arthritis, a nasty hangover, shingles and backaches.

Saffron.

Saffron is a spice which comes from a flower called the Saffron Crocus. It is native to Southwest Asia and is the worlds most expensive spice by weight. Long used in the world of natural medicine, Saffron has been known to help people suffering from depression, cancer, dementia and heart problems.

Garlic.

Garlic is a member of the onion family. Once again, Garlic has also been used by people for thousands of years in medicinal ways. They grow in bulbs and are consumed by the clove, either raw or cooked. Garlic has been hailed as a ‘super spice’ for its ability to help with blood clots, heart problems, cancer and the common cold and flu.

Rosemary.

Rosemary is a herb known for its ‘pine needle’ like leaves. A member of the mint family, Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean region of the world. Long used in wedding ceremonies, Rosemary has also been admired for its medicinal value. Arthritis, depression, cramps, hepatitis and dementia

Black Pepper.

Black Pepper, also known as peppercorn once it is dried, is a flowering vine. Native to India, this spice is also cultivated in many other tropical regions. Black Pepper is the worlds most traded spice and has been used for medicinal purposes like cancer, depression, arthritis and heart problems.

Cinnamon.

Cinnamon is a spice native to Southeast Asia, it is found in the inner bark of several kinds of trees. Cinnamon gets its flavor from an essential oil which makes up about 1% of its composition. It has always been used in the natural medicine scene and has been known to help people who have diabetes, a sore throat, bronchitis and indigestion.

Turmeric.

Turmeric is a herb from the ginger family. It is native to South Asia and often used as a spice in curries. Long believed to have antiseptic properties, Turmeric also has been said to help people with arthritis, cholesterol problems, hepatitis, depression and heart problems.

Good Luck!!!

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