Spices for Meat

The below herbs are the backbone of this spicy mix, and work not only to enhance the disg but also to impart a plethra of health benefits:

Black Pepper provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection to help fight free radicals and prevent chronic inflammation to lower the risk of chronic illnesses, as well as boosting the white blood cells that your body uses to protect against invading bacteria and viruses to improve the immune system. It enhances heart health by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as well as increasing blood sugar control, improving digestive health and helping with weight loss by inhibiting fat cell formation. It has also demonstrated cancer-fighting properties, exerting protective activity against numerous forms of cancer, enhancing the effects of traditional treatment and reversing multidrug resistance in cancer cells. Black pepper benefits the brain by inhibiting enzymes which break down serotonin, disrupt the production of dopamine and degrade the function of melatonin, in addition to delaying brain ageing, enhancing the nerve cells and preventing early cell death, plus decreasing the formation of amyloidal plaque and improving memory, thus helping to protect against Alzeimer’s.

Cardamom is rich in antioxidants with anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties and helps rid the body of harmful free radicals, protecting against protein, DNA and lipid damage, helping to prevent oxidative stress and certain chronic diseases, as well as assisting in regulating blood pressure. It remedies digestive ailments, soothing acid reflex and a burning sensation in the stomach, protecting against and healing gastric ulcers, reducing motion sickness and relieving nausea, vomiting and other discomfort, and protects the liver, decreasing elevated liver enzymes, triglyceride and cholesterol levels and protecting against liver enlargement and liver weight to reduce the risk of fatty liver disease. Cardamom may help to increase the activity of certain cancer-fighting enzymes, enhancing the ability of killer cells to attack tumours and cause apoptosis in the case of some cancers. The strong antibacterial and antiviral properties promote oral health by killing the unhealthy bacteria on the tongue and palate and fight bacteria which causes dental cavities and gingivitis, as well as inhibiting the growth of common pathogens including staphylococcus aureus, salmonella typhi, e-coli, streptococcus mutans, and candida albicans. 

Nutmeg is a rich source of antioxidants, which help protect against serious conditions such as cancer, heart disease, and liver disease. It benefits heart health, helping to lower blood pressure, high cholesterol and high triglyceride levels and increasing circulation. It is able to relieve pain and inflammation, strengthen cognitive function, enhance digestion, soothe digestive ailments and detoxify the body. Its antibacterial properties enhance oral health and inhibit harmful strains of food-borne bacteria. Nutmeg  increases immune system function and reduces insomnia.  A useful tonic for men, it can compliment treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), infertility, impotence and premature ejaculation.

Cinnamon is an absolute powerhouse of antioxidants and active compounds, some unique to this spice, which provide powerful health benefits, helping to fight oxidative stress and protect the body against certain chronic diseases and boosting immunity. It protects against viral infections including the common cold and flu, kills certain fungi causing respiratory tract infections, curbs candida and other yeast infections, inhibits bacteria including salmonella, E. coli, staph and listeria and promotes oral health by killing plaque causing bacteria. Cinnamon decreases blood sugar levels and significantly increases insulin sensitivity in fat and muscle tissues, controls cholesterol and triglycerides levels, reduces blood pressure and improves blood circulation, ultimately enhancing heart health and protecting against a heart attack. It protects the brain, keeping the neurons healthy and fully functioning and stabilising neurotransmitters, plus controls inflammation, helping to reduce unnecessary inflammation and thereby deterring or reducing inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, reducing swelling in acute conditions and preventing inflammation of  the nervous system cells, thereby boosting serotonin, reducing anxiety and improving the mood. Cinnamon improves digestion and relieves digestive symptoms such as abdominal bloating and excess gas, boosts metabolism, promotes fat burning, controls sugary cravings by maintaining blood sugar levels, and removes toxins from the body including cellulite and fat, helping to promote a healthy weight. Research has also indicated that cinnamon is able to inhibit the growth of cancerous cells and may even instigate cell death in some types of cancer.

Cumin has anti-inflammatory properties and can help to control inflammation and associated pain and prevent it from triggering other conditions. It also displays antibacterial properties, and can help to kill or limit the growth of some of the harmful bacteria which gets into your body. These properties combined with its expectorant effect help to ease respiratory ailments. It also has hypolipidemic properties and can positively impact on cholesterol levels, as well as being hypoglycemic and helping to manage diabetes by lowering urea in the blood and counteracting some of the long-term effects of diabetes by reducing AGEs. Research has indicated that cumin may inhibit cancerous cells from multiplying and prevent the growth of tumours in some cancers. Traditionally used for the relief of indigestion and diarrhea, cumin can improve the speed of digestion, cure diarrhea and relieve symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. By improving digestion and increasing metabolism and fat burning, cumin can aid in weight loss when included as part of a healthy diet. Additionally, cumin stimulates the central nervous system to be more effective and benefits the brain, improving memory and mental health, easing stress, anxiety and insomnia.