CUMIN- the wonder spice!

Improves digestion

Packed with the active ingredient thymol and other oils, cumin seeds stimulate the salivary glands and bolster a sluggish digestive system. If you do suffer from indigestion try drinking some jeera tea. To make it, boil a teaspoon of seeds in a glass of water. Once the water turns brown, turn off the gas and cover the vessel. Allow the decoction to cool down to room temperature. Drink this tea three times a day to improve digestion and to help resolve minor stomach aches.  

 Beats constipation

Due to its high fibre content and naturally occurring essential oils, jeera augments the activity of the gastrointestinal tract and increases enzyme secretion, making it a potent natural laxative in its powdered form. Moreover, it improves digestion many folds and helps relieve constipation. In fact, its laxative properties are so powerful that Ayurveda practitioners believe that it is capable of preventing and healing severe digestive disorders like piles. To get relief from constipation roast jeera seeds on a tawa till they turn a deep brown. Now cool them and grind them into a fine powder. You could mix this powder with water or honey and have it on an empty stomach. Jeera powder can be stored in an airtight bottle for future use, so grind as much as you might need for future use. Another good remedy is to have some freshly prepared jeera tea.

Fights cancer

Studies performed in the Cancer Research Laboratory of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA found that an active compound found in the seed known as cuminaldehyde is very effective in fighting cancer, specifically in retarding the growth of tumours. This study emphasized that this property was found in kala jeera. 

Regulates blood pressure and heart rate

High in potassium this seed is an elixir for heart patients. The mineral not only helps in regulating the flow of fluids in the body and cell production, it also helps maintain one’s blood pressure and heart rate. Because of its regulatory properties, jeera helps patients who have heart disease and helps prevent it as well. 

Relieves asthma and cold

The tiny seed has extremely potent anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. This makes it a great home remedy for colds and even asthma. The components in jeera helps relax inflamed muscles and helps the immune system fight the infection. It is also packed with large amounts of iron and vitamin A and C, which help boost the immune system, killing a cold almost instantly. To get relief from a cold, boil some jeera seeds (about one tablespoon) in two cups of water and add a small piece of crushed ginger to the water. Once it boils well, strain it and sip on this tea as often as possible. This will not only help relieve a cold, it will also soothe a sore throat make you feel much better. 

Helps prevent anaemia

Packed with iron – 100 grams of jeera contains 11.7 milligrams of iron – it is the most natural and effective supplement for people suffering from anaemia. Since iron is the main component in the production of haemoglobin – a substance that carries and transports oxygen throughout our body, jeera helps increase the amount of haemoglobin reducing the ill effects of anaemia.  It is also advisable for women to consume jeera on a regular basis to help keep the disease at bay. You could just include it in your everyday meals like in  roti, rice, curries, etc. 

Improves sexual health

Yes, it’s true. The humble seed can up your sexual quotient. Packed with zinc that is important for sperm production and potassium that maintains a healthy heart rate and blood pressure, jeera is an all-rounder when it comes to upping your game in the bedroom. It takes care of fertility issues and helps avoid conditions like ED (erectile dysfunction), PE (premature ejaculation), low sperm count and virility of the sperm.  Drink jeera tea on a regular basis on an empty stomach and watch things steam up between the sheets, naturally! 

Great for pregnant mothers

As a seed, it does wonders for mothers-to-be and new mothers. Its properties of relieving constipation and easing digestion greatly help mothers-to-be since they often suffer from constipation, flatulence and nausea. It also helps the mother have a fairly easy delivery. For new mothers it is essential since it enhances lactation. Also the high amount of iron and calcium content in the seed increases milk production without any side effects. Pregnant mothers should mix jeera powder in milk and honey and have this twice a day. 

Insomnia

Can’t sleep? Maybe jeera can help. The tiny seed greatly helps insomniacs. Jeera contains a high amount of melatonin content. When they’re mixed with bananas (which are high in potassium), they increase the production of chemicals within the brain. This concoction helps beat insomnia and gives you a good night’s sleep. To sleep well mix some freshly ground jeera powder with the pulp of a ripe banana. Eat this every night. This not only helps insomniacs naturally it is not addictive in nature like synthetic drugs. 

 Enhances memory

Packed with minerals like riboflavin, zea-xanthin, vitamin B6, niacin and many more, jeera is well known for its ability to maintain and restore memory and mental health. In Ayurveda it is often used to treat patients suffering from amnesia. To sharpen your memory, chew on a few roasted seeds every day. While home remedies are something we all rely on in our everyday life, it is essential that you go to a trained physician if your symptoms persist or get worse. 

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