Cumin

Common Names: Cumin, Cuminum cyminum, Umbelliferae



Cumin has been used as a spice and medicinal herb since ancient times. The plant is native to Egypt and is grown mostly in Egypt and Asia. Cumin is an herb that is mentioned in the Old and New Testament of the Bible and was popular for use during that time period. In Egypt, it was used to treat tooth decay and digestive problems. It was also used for respiratory illnesses and as a pain reliever.
Now, it isn't used as much medicinally. Instead it's a common herb sued in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Chinese cooking. However, even in modern Egypt its medicinal purposes are well known and commonly used.
The most common use of cumin is to improve the digestive system. It's also used for respiratory problems. Cumin relieves gas and bloating in the digestive tract. Cumin is used to stimulate digestion and improve overall digestive health.  Cumin can be mixed with onion juice into a paste. The paste can be placed on scorpion stings to relieve pain and swelling. Cumin can be a powerful stimulant for the production of breast milk.

The cumin plant is a small, annual that only grows to be 1 foot in height. It has pink or white flowers. The blossoms give rise to oblong fruit that contains the seeds. The seeds are harvested in the late summer when they ripen.
Cumin can be added to food to provide flavor. It can be taken both internally and externally as a powder or an essential oil

Turmeric

Common Names: Jiang Huang, Haldi




Turmeric is a spicy herb that is commonly used in Indian cuisine. However, recent research has shown how much more important turmeric is than just a delicious flavoring. Eastern research has shown that it has many uses including calming inflammation and killing bacteria. In addition it may be an herb that can be used to prevent cancer. Once you know all that turmeric can do for the body, you'll be sure to treasure it in your collection of herbal medicines.

Turmeric is primarily used to improve the function of the digestive system.  Turmeric can be used to improve digestion. It helps to reduce problems with excess stomach acid and it protects the stomach lining by stimulating mucus production.

Turmeric can reduce the inflammation in joints to treat arthritis and rheumatism. Turmeric can be used to treat fungal infections, eczema and psoriasis of the skin. Turmeric can be used to thin the blood and lower cholesterol

Garlic

Common Names: Garlic

Background: Garlic is a fragrant, flavorful herb used in all kinds of culinary dishes around the world. It's native to Asia, but is grown all over the planet. While you may enjoy it in your food, you can also benefit from it's amazing health properties. It improves the function of the digestive system, cardiovascular system, and endocrine system of the body

Garlic is used for a variety of ailments and can also be used to boost immunity. In the digestive system garlic helps to fight intestinal infections as well as parasites. Garlic can treat any kind of chest infection or cough. It works as an expectorant to thin mucus.Garlic has been shown to lower blood pressure by thinning the blood. It also lowers cholesterol levels. Garlic is also known to lower the levels of sugar in the blood, making it excellent for use by those who have Type II Diabetes.

Cinnamon

Common Name: Daruchini, Tvak, Dalchini, Laurus Cinnamomum, tamalapatra, vazhana, karuva, Cinnamomum cassia

Cinnamon has been used for thousands of years and was highly sought and expensive in ancient times. The earliest recorded use was in ancient Egypt as part of the mixture for embalming. Flavors of meat, vegetables and sweets have been enhanced with Cinnamon in countries throughout the eastern continents.

Cinnamon causes shrinkage of mucous membranes or exposed tissues. Helpful in internally to check secretions in diarrhea, sore throat, peptic ulcer, and hemorrhage. Cinnamon aids digestion, flatulence and eases vomiting. Cinnamon temporarily accelerates physiological activity. Cinnamon inhibits bacterial growth.

People with bleeding disorders are cautioned.