Spice Up Your
Life!
Dr. Wayne Neal
Would you like to add a little spice to your life and
improve your health at the same time? Here are six things that will tickle your
taste buds! For thousands of years, spices have been used to flavor food. Research now shows they add more to life than
just taste.
This spice has been used since Biblical times and has
various health benefits. Cumin contains both pain-relieving and
anti-inflammatory compounds, according to Dr. James A. Duke, author of Herbs
of the Bible: 2000 Years of Plant Medicine. This is helpful for those suffering from
joint problems or sports injuries.
The Chinese used this flavorful spice as early as
2700 B.C., according to Dr. Jordan Rubin.
It has been used for thousands of years for inflammation, but recent
research discovered it contains benzaldehyde, an anti-tumor agent. Try cinnamon
in a fruit smoothie for a healthy treat.
In Clinical Nutrition for Pain, Inflammation,
and Tissue Healing, Dr.
Seamen recommends eating oregano for its anti-inflammatory properties. Though
it can be taken in capsule form, try it in you favorite Italian sauces or in a
breakfast omelet.
Curry gets its color from this spice. According to Dr. James A. Duke, turmeric was
used as a pain reliever 2000 years before aspirin and without upsetting the
stomach. It is an antioxidant, anti-arthritic, and anti-inflammatory. It is found in many Thai and Mediterranean
dishes.
According to the Maker’s
Diet, Hippocrates used this spice for its medicinal properties back in 400
B.C. The green leaves are known as
cilantro and are a tasty addition to salsa and salads. The powder form of coriander is excellent in
rice. Both forms are good for rheumatism
or stiff joints.
This spice has been used for upset stomach, motion
sickness, and morning sickness. But
according to Dr. Balch M.D., author of Prescription for
Nutritional Healing, it is also good for inflammation. Add fresh ginger to your next Oriental stir
fry.
For further information on this topic, you may contact Dr. Neal at
770.952.5353, by email at DrNeal@humberparkerson.com,
or visit our clinic on the web at www.HumberParkerson.com.
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