5 Kitchen Spices That Can Be Used As Herbal Medicines

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JAKARTA - If you feel that you are consuming chemical drugs too often, maybe this is the right time to switch to herbal medicines. No need to be confused to start because you can take advantage of the spices in the kitchen as herbal ingredients. Besides being able to add to the taste of food, kitchen spices are also known for their health benefits.

Here are five types of herbs that contain high antioxidants and can be used as an alternative to natural remedies.

Clove

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The benefits of cloves are to improve digestive function. You can chew cloves directly to treat sore throats, relieve toothaches, stop diarrhea, and stomach cramps.

Garlic

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Garlic has anti-bacterial properties that are effective in treating coughs, colds and lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. You can grate the garlic, along with the chayote, then drink the water to lower cholesterol. Apart from this method, you can eat it raw or you can also mix it in your cooking.

Cinnamon

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Cinnamon can burn fat and regulate blood sugar balance. You can add ground cinnamon to porridge, smoothies, or cake batter as a substitute for sugar.

Turmeric

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This orange kitchen spice is believed to be effective in treating arthritis and muscles because it contains anti-inflammatory compounds. You can process turmeric-flavored foods or you can grab them to drink the water.

Ginger

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Ginger is known for its properties that can relieve nausea. In addition, ginger can also warm the body when the air is cold. You can add grated ginger to porridge or soup, or drink the boiled ginger water.