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| Spice it up |
| We only use a little of them, but the various seeds, powdered roots, and leaves in your spice rack could have an outsized effect on your health. |
| First, let's talk about cinnamon. This fragrant spice doesn't just elevate the taste of apple pie and pastries. Thanks to a compound called cinnamaldehyde, cinnamon can help lower fasting blood sugar levels. And that's just the start — check out 10 evidence-based health benefits of cinnamon. |
| 🌟 >Weird suggestion:someone on TikTok recommend adding cinnamon to your tuna sandwich. Apparently, it's delicious. I'm skeptical, but if you've tried it, let us know. |
| Next, sage — there's more to it than stuffing for your turkey. A study using sage extract found that it may enhance brain function. It may be particularly promising for reducing cognitive decline in people with Alzheimer's disease, so it might be wise to add a little to your diet. |
| And peppermint is more than just a lively palate cleanser. Peppermint oil, in particular, has shown effectiveness in relieving IBS pain and reducing nausea. |
| Moving on to turmeric, the well-known "golden spice" of latte fame. The curcumin in turmeric is a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. Research suggests it may help fight off various diseases, including cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and heart disease. |
| 🌟Top tip: Consuming turmeric with black pepper enhances the absorption of curcumin by up to 2,000%! Be careful, though — consuming too much turmeric can have side effects. |
| Perhaps less well known is holy basil, which is most likely to be found in certain stir-fried Thai dishes. It can help fight infections and boost your immune system. It's also linked to reduced blood sugar levels and may even help decrease stress and anxiety. |
| Finally, we cannot forget about ginger! This zesty root has many evidence-backed benefits and is known to effectively treat various types of nausea. It's also an anti-inflammatory powerhouse. |
| 🔗 We've only scratched the spicy surface here. Fenugreek, rosemary, cayenne pepper, and garlic each have a lot to offer. To learn more about nature's very own pharmacy, jump to 10 delicious herbs and spices with powerful health benefits right now. |
| Tell us: What have you heard about herbs? What's your favorite spice? Is it one we've missed? Share it all with us at nutritionedition@healthline.com. (Please note that we may use your name and response in an upcoming newsletter!) |
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| What we're using |
| Why have one cinnamon when you can have three in one tea? Pukka's tea contains Indian, Indonesian, and Vietnamese cinnamon bark, along with a little licorice root. You get 20 "herbal tea sachets" per pack, each full of compounds that may offer various health benefits, including aiding weight loss, improving heart health, relieving menstrual cramps, reducing inflammation, and lowering blood sugar levels. Sweetly warming at any time of day. |
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 | | | Pukka Organic Herbal Tea Three Cinnamon |  | | 4.3 | 218 ratings | | | Details: 20 cinnamon tea bags | | | | |
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| We focus on a different nutrient each week — some well known, others more unusual. This weeks, let's talk about… |
| Prebiotics |
| Ever thought about what keeps your gut healthy? Probiotics play a big part, but they wouldn't get far without the support of prebiotics. Prebiotics vs. probiotics Your digestive tract is home to trillions of live microorganisms called probiotics — collectively called the gut microbiota — that work tirelessly to aid digestion, maintain immune function, and even lower the risk of certain diseases. (You can also find probiotics in certain foods.) Prebiotics, on the other hand, are nutrients from your diet that these microorganisms feed on. Prebiotics are like rocket fuel for the microorganisms in your gut, keeping them lively and vigorous. Where can you find them? Prebiotics are a type of dietary fiber, so you can't find them in every type of food. Some of the best natural sources include asparagus, onions, garlic, bananas, oats, and beans. If you don't get enough prebiotics in your diet, synthetic prebiotics are also available as part of some fiber supplements. Wait, why are you telling me this? Consuming a diet rich in prebiotics has been linked to a wide range of benefits, including: |
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| | • | improving immune function | |
| | • | improving blood sugar regulation | |
| | • | aiding in weight management | |
| | • | relieving chronic constipation | |
| | • | supporting metabolic health (especially in people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes) | |
| | • | easing symptoms of depression | |
| Before you rush out to the store Though they are considered safe, excessive consumption of prebiotics with probiotics may cause gas, cramps, and bloating due to fermentation in your large intestine. So go easy. Want to learn more about prebiotics and why you may need them? We have a whole article on that. |
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| What we're digesting |
| 🍳 A keto diet may help starve cancer tumors. But it may come with more risks than benefits for some people. |
| 🥩 Here's what vitamin B12 deficiency looks like. Vitamin B12 is essential, and consuming too little B12 can cause fatigue, anemia, and neurological problems. |
| 🌿 E-Commerce Review: iHerb. The online wellness retailer ships vitamins, supplements, and natural care products worldwide. What do reviewers say about it? |
| ❤️ This variant of "bad cholesterol" can harm your heart. High levels of lipoprotein(a) may bring a higher risk of recurrent coronary artery disease. |
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| Thanks for reading! Next time, we'll walk it all off. |
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| Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
you again soon! | | | | |  | | This edition was powered by | | Keralan chicken curry with cardamom | | |
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