5 Health-Boosing Spices

1

Cinnamon

One of the most famous spices, this one is especially popular as part of a sugar-coated pastry.

2

Cocoa

Another spice known primarily for its use in sweet treats, cocoa is more than just a main ingredient in candy.

3

Garlic

It is one of the earliest domesticated crops (evidence of it goes back to ancient Egypt) and has been associated with keeping disease at bay for most of human history.

4

Ginger

You might be surprised to know that ginger is good at doing more than just calming an upset stomach or battling nausea. As a versatile spice (made from a root), it can be added to almost anything to provide other health benefits

5

Curcumin

Modern scientists have analyzed turmeric and realized that the main, active compound within it is curcumin – which can be a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.

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