kitchen-friendly Herbs. BENEFITS MORE & PAY LESS.

Most people have seen herbs in their homes; they use them but do not know they are herbs. Even if they do not know, these simple and easily available herbs are very beneficial for our health. We have also studied herbs in school. We do not try to get to know about. We also buy human-made products more than that problem is also good, but you must know about some herbs in the kitchen.

Before we start, let us know what herbs are.

Herbs generally refer to the leafy green or flowering parts of a plant (either fresh or dried), while spices are usually dried and produced from other parts of the plant, including seeds, bark, roots and fruits.

SOME BENEFITS OF HERBS ARE:

It may help support weight loss

It may help to prevent and manage heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

It helps with Antioxidants.

It helps to reduce cholesterol levels.

It treats bad breath and prevents cavities.

It helps manage blood sugar levels

it boosts brain function.

It shows benefits against depression.

It has anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties.

Some daily uses of herbs which are generally used in our kitchen

cumin

Turmeric

ginger

garlic

cloves

Fenugreek

cardamom

black pepper

anise seed

cinnamon

1. CUMIN (jeera)

It promotes digestion.

It is a rich source of iron.

It may help with diabetes.

It may improve blood cholesterol.

It treats insomnia and relieves asthma and colds.

It boosts memory and stress relief.

It is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

100 g of cumin contains

calories: 375

protein: 18g

fibre: 11g

carbs: 44g

fat: 22g

Cumin for skin and Hair.

Skin: Cumin essential oil can help tone the skin and increase blood flow and circulation. It is rich in vitamin E, and cumin seeds not only help treat acne, pimples, and skin disorders but also prevent premature ageing and help in achieving brighter, glowing skin. It also helps lighten scar marks.

Hair: It is making the root of the hair strong and healthy. It improves the overall health of your hair. promotes hair growth.

Cumin for weight loss

Drinking cumin water helps with weight loss. It helps in burning calories faster and increases metabolism, which leads to weight loss.

SIDE EFFECTS:

It can lead to excessive bleaching and heartburn from taking an overdose, or not be compatible with some kinds of bodies. It can damage your liver and kidneys if you take it in large amounts..its overdose consumption it can increase the flow of blood in the menstrual cycle, also the chances of miscarriage

AHANA NOTES

Mix one teaspoon of cumin powder with one teaspoon of yoghurt and have it after your meals will help you lose weight and is also good in taste. You can increase the amount of yoghurt, but do not increase the amount of cumin. Roast the cumin in a pan without using any kind of oil and make it into a powder, and use it.

2. TURMERIC (haldi)

It helps with diabetes and promotes immune function.

It treats lung conditions

It has antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, antivirals, antibacterials and anticancer.

It improves the immune system

it helps ease joint pain.

It prevents liver damage.

It is the prevention of brain diseases and increased digestive health.

It treats inflammatory conditions, skin diseases, wounds, and digestive ailments.

It is promoted as a dietary supplement for a variety of conditions, including arthritis, respiratory infection, digestive disorders, allergies, depression, etc.

A tablespoon of ground turmeric contains

Calories: 29

Protein: 1 gm

Fibre: 2 gms

Carbohydrates: 6 gms

Turmeric for Skin and Hair.

variety of benefits of turmeric for skin and hair. do add turmeric to your daily routine. It helps to reduce the appearance of dark circles. It reduces stretch marks and scars. it treats acne, eliminates dandruff and also whitens your teeth. it fights signs of ageing

Turmeric for weight loss.

It slightly helps in weight loss. if we do a proper diet with exercise, then it gives good results in weight loss. Turmeric helps in losing weight by regulating sugar levels and further preventing insulin resistance. This results in excess fat that is not retained in the body.

Any side effects of turmeric?

Yes, if it is taken as an overdose every day for anyone.

3.GINGER( adrak)

Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger.

It has powerful medicinal properties, anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidants.

It may reduce oxidative stress.

It can treat many forms of nausea, especially morning sickness.

It may help in weight loss

it may significantly reduce menstrual pain.

It may help lower cholesterol levels.

It can help fight infection.

It helps in digestion to enhance immunity.

It may improve brain function and reduce the risk of cancer.

It can help with osteoarthritis (It involves degeneration of the joints in the body, leading to symptoms such as joint pain and stiffness. )

It may drastically lower blood sugars and improve heart disease risk factors.

100 g of ginger

Calories 80

Total Fat 0.8 g

Total Carbohydrate 18 g

Dietary fibre 2 g

Protein 1.8 g

Ginger for skin and hair

Hair- it helps to reduce frizziness and dandruff. It makes hair soft and lustrous.

Skin-it reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It helps to fade scars, glow skin, and control acne.

Ginger for weight loss

It digests carbohydrates. It promotes a feeling of fullness, reduces the amount of fat the gut absorbs, and increases thermogenesis( the dissipation of energy through the production of heat ).

How much ginger should we consume every day?

3-4 g every day. It causes gastrointestinal issues such as reflux, heartburn and diarrhoea if we take more than that.

Side effects

Taking more than 3-4gm of ginger can lead to abdominal discomfort, heartburn, diarrhoea, and mouth and throat irritation.

4. GARLIC ( lehsun)

It helps cure from colds, lowers blood pressure and reduces cholesterol levels, which may decrease the risk of heart disease.

It contains vitamins C and B6, manganese and selenium.

It helps to boost your body's immune system and reduce illness.

It helps reduce high blood pressure or hypertension. It can help with the prevention of cancer.

It has antibiotic properties.

It can improve athletic performance.

It helps detox your body.

It may improve bone health.

It prevents you from overheating.

Eating a clove of garlic before bed can be a great way of improving our sleeping habits

and taking away insomnia. The seeds not only improve glucose control but also improve insulin resistance, which is the key to controlling PCOS

A single clove (3 grams) of raw garlic contains

Manganese: 2% of the daily value (DV)

Vitamin B6: 2% of the DV

Vitamin C: 1% of the DV

Selenium: 1% of the DV

Fibre: 0.06 grams

calories: 4.5

protein:0.2g

carbs:1g

Garlic for skin and hair.

Applying crushed garlic to the roots of the hair will boost collagen production, which is essential for stimulating hair growth.

Skin-it kills acne-causing bacteria from the skin. Garlic, the Bulb of Growth. Apparently, it can make the beard thicker and stronger.

Garlic for weight loss.

It helps by increasing your energy level and burning extra calories. It helps in boosting metabolism, which supports your weight loss goals. Take 2-3 cloves of garlic on an empty stomach, which keeps you fuller for longer.

side effects

Eating 1-2 garlic cloves daily can have health benefits, but more can cause bad breath, heartburn, stomach issues, and other unpleasant side effects.

5. CLOVES (long)

It is full of antioxidants & can kill bacteria.

It boosts the immune system and controls diabetes.

It may help protect against cancer and improve liver health.

regulate blood sugar and promote bone health.

reduce body pain and inflammation,

relieve toothache, headache and ease breathing.

It stimulates blood circulation.

2 grams of ground cloves contain

Calories- 6 kcals

Protein- 0.13 g

Total fat- 0.27 g

Carbohydrate- 1 g

Fibre- 0.7 g

Manganese- 1.263 milligrams (mg)

Clove for skin and hair

Hair- it helps to fight dandruff and promotes hair growth, and itchy sensation. it also prevents premature ageing. Use it to make clove oil

Skin- clove water can help improve your skin tone by evening out discolouration and brightening your complexion. It fights the signs of ageing and fades dark spots and blemishes.

Clove for weight loss

promotes digestion by increasing metabolism, which helps in weight loss

NOTES:-

Clove water is safe to drink in moderation. If you are facing the problem of trembling hands and feet, you can consume 1-2 cloves with lukewarm water before bedtime. You will get benefits in a few days. If your immunity is very weak, then start consuming cloves daily

SIDE EFFECTS

Do not eat cloves every day. Take it weekly to get its benefits. Also, applying clove oil to your mouth, gums, skin and mucous membrane.

6. FENUGREEK ( methi )

It may help to reduce the risk of cancer, diabetes, obesity and high blood pressure.

It may help to reduce the risk of high cholesterol and heart conditions.

It may help to reduce the risk of inflammation, bacteria, fungal and viral infections.

It may keep blood sugar levels from rising.

11 gm of fenugreek contains

calories 35

Fibre: 3 g

Protein: 3 g

Carbs: 6 g

Fat: 1 g

Iron: 21% of the Daily Value (DV)

Fenugreek for Hair and Skin

Hair- it promotes hair growth because it has reach source of protein and iron. It nourishes the scalp of hair.

Skin- use as a powder, it lightens the skin complexion and glows because it has vitamin C. Do not apply directly by making a paste of fenugreek. Fenugreek seed or its water mask helps tighten, firm, and rejuvenate the skin. I don't recommend using it as a direct paste in sensitive faces.

Fenugreek for weight loss

Fenugreek water helps with weight loss. It increases metabolism.

NOTE:

We can take 5-10 g of fenugreek as a powder for adults.

Fenugreek water can be consumed daily it will help your overall health. It affects breastmilk production.

It also affects testosterone levels in men. In one study, taking 300 milligrams (mg) of fenugreek twice daily for 8 weeks led to significant increases in testosterone levels in men when combined with resistance training.

SIDE EFFECTS

Large doses may cause a harmful drop in blood sugar. it can cause allergic reactions in some people. it has side effects including diarrhoea, nausea, and other digestive tract symptoms and rarely, dizziness and headaches.

7. CARDAMOM (elaichi)

It has lower blood sugar levels and has a power of anti-diabetic effect.

It helps digestive health and promotes heart health.

It contains fibre and also lowers cholesterol levels.

It fights asthma and depression and improves oral health.

It can treat skin allergies, infections and hiccups. Also, treat Bad Breath and Prevent Cavities

. It helps treat a sore throat and improves blood circulation.

It has anti-cancer properties and ulcer prevention

Cardamom helps to eliminate waste through the kidneys

100 g of cardamom contains

calories: 311

protein: 11g

fibre: 28g

carbs: 68g

fat: 7g

vitamin C 35%, calcium 38%, Iron 77%, Vitamin D 0%, Vitamin B6 10%, Cobalamin 0%, Magnesium 57% .

Cardamom for Skin and Hair

Hair: It contains zinc, so it is good for hair growth. It repairs damaged and dry hair. It also strengthens and nourishes your hair.

Skin: it purifies skin by clearing out blemishes and removing pigmentation. It helps in giving you a clear skin complexion. It makes your skin even-toned. Use it as a powder.

cardamom for weight loss

Regular use of cardamom boosts your energy and metabolism. It prevents abdominal fat. It contains melatonin( Melatonin is well-known for increasing metabolism and helps in weight loss ) and treats digestion. it detoxifies your body.

SIDE EFFECTS

The benefits of cardamom are that it is an anti-inflammatory spice, while side effects may include skin rashes, coughing, and other symptoms.

How many cardamoms should we eat every day?

2-3 green cardamom in a day. It helps you to solve every problem related to the mouth, like gums, bad breath, cavities, etc.

8. BLACK PEPPER( kaali mirch )

It is high in antioxidants and may improve blood sugar control and lower cholesterol levels.

It may offer pain relief.

It may promote gut health and boost the absorption of nutrients.

It is good for digestion and prevents constipation.

It helps in treating respiratory disease and protects the liver

Good for a cough and cold, improves immunity, and Works in reducing inflammation in

joints and the gut.

Relieves bloating, excess vata disorders, and eliminates toxins.

nutrition in 2.2 g of black pepper

calories: 6

protein: 0g

fibre: 1g

carbs: 1g

fats: 0g

sugar: 0g

Black pepper for Skin and hair.

HAIR: It makes hair shiny and lustrous.helps reduce hair fall. Plus, the vitamin C in black pepper is known to minimise breakage and thinning.

Skin: It is very good for exfoliation. If you make a powder of it and apply a paste on your acne marks and blemishes, it will help exfoliate the affected skin and give it a clearer appearance. It can also help in clearing pimples.

Black pepper for weight loss

It contains piperine, which is a compound that improves digestion and metabolic performance, thus reducing fat accumulation in our bodies. Consumes it in moderation. Do not consume more than 1-2 teaspoons of black pepper every day.

SIDE EFFECTS:

If you eat too much, you may experience indigestion, heartburn, and other gastrointestinal issues

How much we should intake black pepper in a day?

1-2 teaspoon

9. ANISE SEED ( saunf)

It is rich in nutrients and may balance blood sugar levels.

It prevents the growth of fungi and bacteria and could protect against stomach ulcers.

It may reduce symptoms of depression and inflammation.

It may reduce menstrual pain and help with digestion

It may help in treating insomnia and help prevent bad breath.

It is rich in vitamins C and A

7gm of Anise seeds contains.

Calories: 23

Protein: 1 gram

Fat: 1 gram

Carbs: 3 grams

Fibre: 1 gram

Iron: 13% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)

Anise seeds for Skin and Hair.

Hair: It helps in hair growth, also the anise seed oil repairs the damaged edges, protects them from splitting and is ideal for dyed, damaged hair.

Skin: it fades your facial wrinkles.

Anise seeds for weight loss.

It boosts metabolism and helps in fat burning

SIDE EFFECTS

High doses can cause vomiting and seizures.

How much Anise seed should we intake every day?

600mg to 9g

10. CINNAMON(daalcheeni)

This is easy to present in everyone's home.

It is loaded with antioxidants.

It helps lower sugar in diabetic patients.

It helps to reduce the risk of heart disease.

It helps lower cholesterol levels.

It is high in fibre, which helps in weight loss.

It may protect against cancer.

It could improve the sensitivity to insulin ( Insulin is one of the key hormones that regulate metabolism and energy use )

It helps fight fungal infections. ( Cinnamon is very famous for helping in the prevention of decaying teeth and bad breath. Its oil is also used to treat respiratory tract infections.

One teaspoon (3g) of cinnamon (ground) provides:

7kcal / 31kJ

0.1g protein

2g carbohydrate

1.5g fibre

Cinnamon for skin and hair

it prevents dandruff. Cinnamon's antiseptic properties are also known to clear pores, therefore giving your skin a natural glow. it can improve the texture, take care of rashes and also reduce wrinkles by tightening the skin. it reduces hair loss and promotes hair growth.

Cinnamon for weight loss

Its effect on blood glucose levels can also help your body ultimately lose weight. Cinnamon may have an insulin-like action in the body, which is seen in the way sugar is broken down in the body. Cinnamon can also improve body metabolism, targeting the fat deposited in the abdominal area.

Is cinnamon safe for everyone?

If we talk about the majority of people, then yes, it is safe, but in rare circumstances, some people may experience problems like allergies. Do not take more than a tablespoon every day for adults.

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