5 KBM Spices Packed with Health Benefits

There’s often a misconception that eating healthy means eating boiled bland food that will get boring as every day passes by. However, spicing up a plain-but-healthy meal is not only good for your taste buds but is also a major plus when it comes to your health. Reach for your spice rack and you’ll not only up the flavor of your food, but you’ll also get a boost of antioxidants that your body needs.

There are more than 100 common spices used to cook around the world. Spices are concentrated sources of antioxidants, but some have been more studied for their therapeutic properties than others. There’s no need to go on a hunt for exotic ingredients as Gai Chhap has the best of masalas. Here, suggests which spices to consider incorporating into your meals.

1. Cinnamon

This popular spice comes from the bark of the cinnamon tree and is such a beautiful flavor used in all things savory and sweet. Cinnamon is especially great for people who have high blood sugar. It lends a sweet taste to food without adding sugar, and studies indicate it can lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. 

Cinnamon may also provide heart-healthy benefits, such as reducing high blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels. That’s especially important for people with diabetes who are at greater risk of developing heart disease. Cinnamon can be a helpful addition to a healthy lifestyle to lower blood pressure.

2. Turmeric

Turmeric is best known for its use in Indian dishes and has become a trendy superfood for its ability to reduce inflammation which is a common cause of discomfort and illness. One of the components of turmeric is a substance called curcumin. Research suggests it may reduce inflammation in the brain, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s disease and depression. 

Studies show that turmeric helps with improvement in memory test scores. It is also effective at reducing pain and swelling in people with arthritis. And animal studies indicate that curcumin could have powerful anti-cancer properties.

3. Ginger

Now comes everyone’s favorite chai ingredient – Ginger, a tropical plant that’s been used in Asian cultures for thousands of years to treat stomach upset, diarrhea and nausea. You will see it being used in a variety of convenient forms lollipops, candies, and capsules. You can also purchase the dried powder from KBM Gai Chap Masala, or buy it fresh to make teas or grate into food.

The research found ginger to be effective at calming pregnancy-related nausea and reducing stomach upsets. Some studies have also found that ginger cuts the severity of motion sickness or prevents the symptoms altogether. It may even help with chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting when taken along with anti-nausea medications.

4. Garlic

Most of us are familiar with garlic, the strong-smelling spice frequently used in cooking. But what you might not know is that eating garlic may protect your heart from changes that lead to heart disease. As you age, some hardening of the arteries is normal, this is called atherosclerosis and occurs as fatty deposits made up of cholesterol and other substances build up on the inside of your artery walls. 

Factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol can make it worse. As the build-up increases over time, the arteries narrow. This can make you prone to heart attacks and strokes. Research has linked garlic intake with keeping the blood vessels flexible, especially in women. In addition, studies suggest that eating garlic may reduce cholesterol. Garlic is a key ingredient for a healthy heart and is often used in savoury dishes.

5. Cayenne

Cayenne is a type of chili pepper, Cayenne peppers contain a substance called capsaicin. It’s what makes them spicy and also can provide pain relief. Capsaicin reduces the number of pain signals sent to your brain. This results in reduced discomfort. It works on pain caused by arthritis and diabetes-related nerve damage. You can apply creams with capsaicin directly on joints and muscles.

Lab research and studies in animals suggest that eating cayenne pepper can also help with something that causes a lot of internal pain: ulcers. Although people often associate spicy foods with stomach upset, capsaicin aids in helping reduce ulcers by restricting the growth of an ulcer-causing bacteria, reducing excess stomach acid and increase blood flow.

Whether you use spices fresh or dried, you’ll still get beneficial compounds. If you’re tempted to take supplements to increase your dose of these beneficial compounds, it’s important to note that commercial supplements aren’t strictly regulated, which means you can’t be certain of what the pills actually contain. Certain third-party organizations do testing to verify the quality and contents of supplements. If you’re thinking about taking a supplement, talk to your dietician about what form and amount are right for you.

Regardless of the other health benefits, spices add flavour to food and can make healthy meals delicious and interesting. One of the biggest benefits of using spices is that they are a healthy way to get you out of an eating rut. Enjoying your food is key to maintaining healthy habits for the long term.

To bring you the freshest possible products, we grind and blend the best available spices and seasonings in-house with utmost cleanliness and hygiene, so that you enjoy the zest and flavour these spices add to your food. Not forgetting all the health benefits they come packed with.

KBM Gai Chaap Masala is India’s leading selling spice brand offering more than 20 variants in spices in their pure form and their blends. 

We have been accepted and appreciated by millions of homes, not only all across India but also across the world. We have been providing solutions zesty flavour every day to mothers in cooking the tastiest food that suits every diverse palate from the last 49 years. Don’t think twice, buy only the Best quality spices inDelhi today from KBM Gai Chap Masala.