| Picture | Name | Benefits | Used for what main issues | Common Side Effects |
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Cinnamon | Lowers Blood Sugar in people with Type II Diabetes It helps deal with inflammation It reduces blood pressure Helps promote growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut |
Type II Diabetes High blood pressure Dealing with digestive issues Inflammatory diseases like arthritis |
May lower blood pressure below safe levels Interacts with some medications May cause mouth sores |
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Turmeric | Powerful Anti- Inflammatory It leads to improved brain function It is a powerful antioxidant It lowers the risk of heart disease May help shrink drug-resistant tumors |
To shrink the size of tumors Treat the Alzheimer’s disease Heart failure Fighting depression |
Can lead to stomach ache Constipation or yellow diarrhea May aggravate liver disease or biliary disease |
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Ginger | Relieves Nausea Indigestion Heart Burn Motion sickness |
reduce nausea in expectant mothers and in people taking antiretroviral Decreases pain in painful menstrual periods Pain reduction in osteoarthritis |
Interact with anticoagulant and pressure-lowering medication May cause a burning sensation in the mouth It may slow blood clotting leading to excessive bleeding |
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Garlic | Heart health- Keeping blood vessels flexible May reduce cholesterol and triglycerides Fight colds and general sicknesses |
Atherosclerosis (hardening of arteries) Lung and breast cancer Add flavor to food High levels of cholesterol |
Unpleasant body odor easy bruising and bleeding heart burning and a burning sensation in the throat vomiting, gas or nausea |
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Cayenne | Pain relief due to Capsaicin May Reduce Appetite and increase fat burning Reduces itching in people with psoriasis May have Anti Cancer Properties |
Psoriasis treatment Relieving muscle pains Boosting metabolism to lose weight Reduce indigestion |
stomach upset Flushing and sweating Running nose Diarrhea |
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peppermint | Relieves IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) pain by Relaxing the muscles in the colon Reduces abdominal bloating Improves Blood Sugar Control Relieves tension headaches and migraines |
Irritable Bowel Syndrome Stomach upsets Type 1 Diabetes Headaches and migraines |
Dry mouth Nausea and vomiting Heartburn |
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Fenugreek | Relieves constipation and loss of appetite Improves libido or low testosterone May lower pain from arthritis and muscular problems Helps manage painful menses |
Pain management Digestive issues such as gastritis and constipation Dealing with hot flushes in menopause Libido problems |
Dizziness Maple-like odor on breast milk and urine Dizziness |
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cloves | It is high in antioxidants May help slow the growth of tumors May kill harmful bacteria in the mouth May improve liver health |
Used in body detox Managing various types of cancers Used as a mouthwash Weight management |
Erection problems and delayed ejaculation itching and mild skin irritation Sore gums |
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Paprika | Promotes a healthy vision May help reduce inflammation May lower cholesterol levels It has anticancer effects |
Managing various cancers Used as a tonic Diabetes management |
Dry mouth Irritation in the throat Stomach upsets |
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Onions | May help fight inflammation May reduce cholesterol levels in the blood May lower the risk of heart disease May reduce high blood pressure |
May slow blood clots May lower blood sugar below the norm if taken in high amounts May cause eye and skin irritation when taken raw |
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Coriander | May lower blood sugar Contains antioxidants that fight inflammation May lower the risk of heart disease Helps prevent brain inflammation |
Management of Type 2 diabetes Managing inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and Parkinson’s disease Used as a diuretic |
Some people have allergic reactions that cause hives and nasal swelling May lower blood sure in non diabetic users below the normal |
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Mustard | Contains antioxidants that fight inflammation May slow the growth of cancer cells It has high fiber that helps in digestion Packed with calcium and magnesium for strong bones |
Managing inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease Strengthen weak bones and teeth Enhancing the diet’s fiber content |
Irritation in the throat Drowsiness or dizziness Breathing difficulties Skin damage |
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Bay leaves | Relieves respiratory conditions Improves digestion Treats hair issues It has anti-inflammatory properties |
Colds and flu Flatulence, indigestion and bloating Dandruffs and hair breakage |
It may interfere with blood sugar control in diabetic people It may slow the central nervous system, after surgery |
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Oregano | It may help eliminate free radicals Prevents growth of bacteria in food It helps stop cancer cells from growing May help reduce inflammation |
Used as food preservative Helps with inflammatory conditions and allergies Management of cancer conditions |
May cause stomach upset May cause intestinal tract irritation Causes burning and skin irritation |
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Red pepper | May improve skin and eye health May help deal with inflammation in the guts and joints It helps accelerate weight loss |
Weight management Helps with inflammatory conditions and allergies Food additive |
Burning sensation Diarrhea and stomach pain |
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Allspice | May help deal with indigestion Helps lower high blood pressure Helps deal with menstrual cramps Deals with abdominal pain |
High blood pressure Dealing with indigestion and intestinal gas Mouthwash Flavoring in toothpastes and mouthwashes |
Some people have allergic reactions to the spice It may slow blood clotting after a surgery Its effect on expectant and lactating mothers is unknown |
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Nutmeg | Contains antioxidants that fight inflammation May enhance the sex drive It also helps boost mood May help improve blood circulation |
Erectile dysfunction Helps with inflammatory conditions and allergies Used as an aphrodisiac |
May cause disorientation and double visions when taken in very large amounts May be unsafe for expectant mothers in its concentrated form |
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Cumin | Fights parasites and bacteria It may help reduce pain and inflammation May lower cholesterol levels Improves the symptoms of IBS |
Irritable bowel syndrome Weight management Helping in quick recovery after prolonged illness Stimulating the nerves if feeling numb |
It suppresses tester one levels May trigger a miscarriage if taken in large quantities |
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Cardamom | Lowers the blood pressure It helps fight inflammation May help with ulcers and digestive problems May prevent cavities and treat bad breath |
Used as a diuretic Used in oral medication and toothpaste Treating ulcers Managing liver and digestive system inflammation |
May lower blood pressure significantly in healthy people May cause a dry mouth |
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Fennel seeds | It helps fight inflammation as it contains polyphenol antioxidants May help curb appetite to manage weight It has cancer fighting capabilities and suppresses growth of cancer cells May help increase breast milk production by increasing prolactin May relieve menopausal symptoms |
Weight management supplement Management of cancer conditions Used to enhance milk production in expectant mothers |
Tightness in throat and chest Chest pains Hives Rash and itchy skin |
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