*** I AM NOT A DOCTOR & THIS IS NOT MEDICAL ADVICE – TALK TO YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BEFORE MAKING ANY DIETARY CHANGES OR ADDING ANY NEW SUPPLEMENTS, INCLUDING SPICES***
Saffron
- May reduce PMS symptoms – SOURCE
- Benefits symptoms of depression – SOURCE (comparing Saffron to Prozac)
- The scent of saffron may reduce stress hormone levels – SOURCE
- Supplement: Pink Lotus Elements Saffrony HERE
Cinnamon
- If using cinnamon daily, the Ceylon version is safer (Cassia cinnamon can be toxic to the liver). SOURCE
- Rich source of antioxidants
- “Cinnamon may help lower blood sugar and fight diabetes by imitating the effects of insulin and increasing glucose transport into cells” SOURCE
Fenugreek
- “In summary, fenugreek seeds [may] possess potent anti-cancer properties.” SOURCE; SOURCE; SOURCE
- Side effect: may make your armpits smell like maple syrup… SOURCE
Turmeric / Curry
- Turmeric appears to have anti-inflammatory effect, benefiting arthritis symptoms SOURCE
- May have anti-cancer effects SOURCE; SOURCE
…and check out THIS VIDEO regarding how “Cloves, ginger, rosemary, and turmeric were able to significantly stifle the inflammatory response.”