Benefits Of Using Cumin: An Indian Spice

Cumin is an Indian spice that is very widely used in our foods. Any Indian kitchen is bound to have Jeera (as cumin is called in Hindi) stocked up. Cumin seeds are usually used to season a dish. The powder is used in gravies and curries too. While using cumin, its benefits are not always regarded consciously. But even from the angle of health benefits, cumin is a very worthy spice to have.

There are several benefits of adding cumin to your curries and dals. Here are some of the most potent health benefits of Jeera.

• Fights Cold: Every time the season changes, we fall sick. If you are prone to cough and cold, then using cumin is a good idea. The main health benefits of cumin are related to its antiseptic properties. It kills minor cold causing microbes and strengthens your immune system.
• Digestive Solutions: 'Jaljeera' is popular beverage taken after food. It helps you digest the food. Did you ever notice that 'Jaljeera' has 'Jeera' in it. Cumin is said to be good for digestion. That is why people sometimes pop cumin seeds after having a heavy meal. Cumin controls gas and helps reduce inflammation in the digestive tract that causes stomach pain.
• Your Chumps Buddy: If your periods are late and making you anxious, then you can rely on cumin seeds to help you. This Indian spice was traditionally used to balance female hormones. It your menstrual cycle is delayed due to hormonal imbalance, cumin can help induce it.
• Preservative Properties: One of the main benefits of cumin is its preservative properties. The ancient Egyptians used it to embalm their mummies. In the present context, it increases the shelf life of cooked foods. Thus, food that contains cumin does not spoil easily.
• Cures Anemia: You may not have known that cumin seeds contain substantial amount of iron. Iron has many health benefits but it is mainly needed for the formation of blood. So when you take cumin with your food or raw, it boosts the production of blood in your body. This is particularly essential for Indian women who have a tendency to be anemic.
• Sound Sleep: Cumin has a peculiar somnolent properties. Although it is not confirmed, research indicates that cumin helps people sleep soundly. This could be attributed to the fact that it is a good digestive spice. And without a grumbling stomach, you are bound to sleep well.

These are some of the main health benefits of cumin. Do you like the taste of cumin? Do know any other benefits of cumin? DO share with us.