what is the advantages of cumin ?

 

 Description of cumin :

  Cumin  is a leafy plant that grows low to the ground in China, India, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean region. The fruit of the plant is called the cumin seed, and it’s popular all over the world as a spice. Cumin has become the subject of medical research, as anecdotal evidence claims it has all kinds of health benefits.

  Most of cumin’s claimed benefits have to do with your digestion, immune system, and circulation. Some benefits of cumin can be demonstrated with clinical studies, while some remain hard to prove.

 1. Contains antioxidants :

  Cumin seeds contain naturally occurring substances that work as antioxidants. That means that these substances  keep the tiny free radicals that attack healthy cells from being successful. Antioxidants help you feel healthier and more energetic, and they help keep your skin from looking aged.

 2. Has anticancer properties :

  Cumin appears to have the ability to keep cancer cells from multiplying, according to some experiments. In one study, rats that were fed cumin were protected from colon cancer. Researchers in another study found that out of nine popular herbs and spices, basil and cumin were the most powerful anti carcinogen plants.

 3. May help treat diarrhea :

  Traditional medicine practitioners have recommended cumin for the treatment of diarrhea for centuries. Western medicine is starting to catch on to this benefit of cumin.

  An extract of cumin seeds was given to rats that were experiencing diarrhea. Researchers concluded  that the extract helped to cure their symptoms.

  4. Helps control blood sugar :

  Cumin was used as a part of a herbal drug trial for diabetes. The drug successfully helped people with diabetes to manage their condition.

  Diabetic animals in lab studies were also found to benefit from consuming cumin. It’s generally accepted that cumin oil is a hypoglycemic agent.

 5. May help lower cholesterol :

   A  epidemic is a substance that helps your body control high levels of fats that hurt your heart and cholesterol levels. Cumin is considered to have  epidemic properties.

   A dietary supplement of cumin powder mixed in yogurt helped reduce cholesterol in one study.  Another group of people with high cholesterol had beneficial results after consuming cumin.

 6. Aids in weight loss :

  Several group studies have looked into ways cumin can help you lose weight. More research is needed, but results of these studies are promising. Overweight women that were given cumin powder and ate a healthy diet showed improvement, in their weight and vital statistics. Another study showed that a mixed population of overweight men and women saw improvement, in their weight, equal to taking a popular diet pill.

  ^{The Benefits of cumin Water Are:}

    ^{Here is why cumin water can be your ultimate detox drink when you are looking to lose weight,} 

   ^{* Low in calories:}

  ^{One teaspoon of cumin seeds contains only about seven calories! That’s very low compared to other beverages.}

   ^{* Packed with Antioxidants :}

    ^{Seeds of cumin are loaded with antioxidants that play a significant role in aiding weight loss. Extracts of cumin seeds are rich in polyphenols and numerous other compounds that prevent oxidative stress inside your body. These not only detoxify the body by eliminating toxins from your system. But, also boost your immunity.} 

  ^{* Improves Digestion:}

    ^{Drinking cumin water regularly paves the way for a healthy digestive system, which, in turn, keeps the overall body functioning on track. A particular compound called thyme found in cumin seeds stimulates gastric gland secretion.}

    ^{This helps to break down complex nutrients like proteins, fat and sugar to keep your gut healthy – and keeps digestive issues, such as indigestion, diarrhea and nausea at bay.}