Health Benefits of Cumin
Health Benefits of Cumin
Cumin (Cuminum cyminum) is dried seed and aromatic spice from the Cuminum cyminum plant native to Asia, Europe and Africa. Cumin has been used for thousands of years as both medicinal and culinary purposes.
Cumin has anti-inflammatory anti-bacterial properties. Cumin is rich in antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help fight free radicals in the body and may help prevent the risk of chronic diseases.
Cumin is rich in iron with 20% of the recommended daily value in 1 teaspoon. Cumin is also a good source of calcium and vitamin A.
Cumin may help with digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Studies have shown that participants with IBS who consumed cumin essential oil drops for 4 weeks had reduced stomach pain and bloating. It also showed those with constipation had more frequent bowel movements.
Cumin may also promote heart health and promote bad cholesterol levels. Studies have shown that women who were overweight or obese who consumed 3 grams of cumin powder a day had reduced their levels of total cholesterol, bad cholesterol and triglycerides levels.
Cumin may also help manage type 2 diabetes and help regulate blood sugar levels. Studies have shown that people with type 2 diabetes how consumed 50 or 100mg of cumin essential oil per day for 8 weeks had significantly reduced their blood sugar, insulin and their hemoglobin A1C levels.
Cumin may also promote weight loss. Studies have shown that women who were overweight or obese who consumed 3 grams of cumin powder in yogurt everyday for 3 months had significantly reduced body fat, weight and waist size.
Cumin may also help reduce stress and treat insomnia.
Cumin may also prevent memory loss and prevent food-borne illnesses.
If you are allergic to cumin then please do not consume.
As always consult with your physician.
Sources:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25456022/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5506625/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3990147/
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/9-benefits-of-cumin