Cumin is an age-old seed and spice which originated in India but is used in culinaries around the world. It is mentioned in the Bible, the Koran and in Sanskrit. In ancient Egypt, it was used medicinally in the process of preserving mummies. Cumin is a low-growing leafy plant in the same family as carrots and parsley. Commonly grown in China and India, it is found in Egypt, Eastern Mediterranean and Mexico. You can find it in many colors in ground and whole seed form at most all grocery stores. Besides being a very strong flavoring in foods, it has many healthy benefits including:
*May improve digestion: by increasing the activity of digestive enzymes, speeding the digestion process, it increases the releasing of bile in the gut. By just adding a half teaspoon of ground cumin to organic yogurt helps the gut biome.
*Blood sugar management: supports healthy blood sugar levels and helps in decreasing glucose for diabetics.
*Lowers risk of Iron-deficiency Anemia: 1 tsp has 1.4 mg of iron, a great way to help acquiring your RDA of 17-20 mg.
*Lowers cholesterol: Cumin has lipid lowering agents which maintains healthy levels of cholesterol. To achieve better results add cumin with lime to supercharge it(homemade Guacamole)
*Anti-bacterial, Anti-viral: food borne illnesses are becoming more prevalent and the properties of cumin help in fighting infections, acting as a disinfectant.
*Boosts immunity: high in Vitamin C and A, (antioxidants)it stimulates the function of and activity of white blood cells. All of which helps prevent cardiovascular diseases and cancer.
Cumin is a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals:
Iron, manganese, magnesium, calcium, copper, zinc, potassium and phosphorus, riboflavin, niacin, thiamine, A,C,E,K and B6.
For a healthy drink and a great way to flush out toxins, start your day with a glass of Jeera water.
Bring a quart of filtered water and 2 tsps of whole organic cumin seeds to a boil, let boil for 15-20 minutes. Strain seeds and let set to room temperature. Enjoy.
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