Spices are part of a plant or dried plant which are used for seasoning and flavoring a recipe. They have an important role to play in Indian cuisine as they enhances the flavor, color , taste and aroma of our food. They have many health benefits and are used to treat some diseases also. We will discuss some of the main spices used in India and their significance.
Some important spices-
1. OREGANO– Soothes stomach muscles.
2.MINT-Â It eases hiccups and helps in digestion.
3.GINGER-It relives cough and cold and is used in  anti-nausea remedy.
4.GARLIC-It is natural antiseptic and good for heart health.
5.FENUGREEK-It flushes out harmful toxins from the body.
6.FENNEL-It reduces bad breath and body odor.
7.CLOVE-It relieves toothache and is anti-microbial.
8.SAGE-It is antiseptic and antibiotic.
9.THYME– It relaxes respiratory muscles.
10.TURMERIC– It is anti-cancer and anti-septic.
11.BASIL– It relieves gas, soothes the stomach and good to reduce cold.
12.BLACK PEPPER– It relieves indigestion.
13.CAYENNE– It can stop a heart attack.
14.CINNAMON-It lowers blood pressure.
15.DILL– It treats colic, gas, and heartburn.
16.ROSEMARY-It has antioxidant properties.
17.CARDAMOM-Protects liver improves breathing, lowers blood pressure.
18.ASAFOETIDA -Commonly known as heeng in India. It protects brain health and is good for digestion.
19.CORIANDER– It is good for bowel movement and has anti-diabetic properties.
20.CUMIN– It prevents cancer, heart disease and high blood pressure.
21. MUSTARD-It protects from psoriasis and reduces skin problems.
22. CURRY LEAVES– It has antioxidant properties and reduces the risk of cancer.
Reference:
https://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-turmeric