TOP 10 ANTI-AGING SPICES AND HERBS

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The secret to longevity may be as close as your spice rack. Herbs and spices have been used for medicinal purposes throughout history. The fact that they can help us look and feel younger should come as no surprise.


TUMERIC
Turmeric is known as an Indian spice although it grows wild, not only in India but in Asia as well. It has been used in India since ancient times for a dye and for healing properties as well.
Curcumin is the active ingredient in Turmeric that is so sought after. With its deep yellow color, it is an anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-tumor, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral remedy.
The spice is not only valuable in fighting cancer and Alzheimer’s disease but is beneficial is the war against aging as well. Turmeric can be used in a variety of dishes and is consumed fresh or dried.

ITALIAN SPICES
Italian Spice is chocked full of anti-oxidants. It protects cells from damaging free-radicals which make us look old. Basil, Oregano and Rosemary are among the group and all possess strong healing qualities.
Basil is perhaps the most valuable anti-aging of the Italian Spices. It hails from South East Asia and is also known as Saint Joseph's Wort. For thousands of years it has been used for medicinal purposes and is full of anti-oxidants.

THYME
Thyme has been used to heal MSRA bacteria as well as inflammations and infections of the throat. It has been used to combat fungi and is an antiseptic too. Thyme possesses extremely strong healing powers and can fight against aging as well.

SAGE
Sage is excellent to use to cure inflammation on the cellular level. Inflammation is, believe it or not, one of the biggest culprits in the aging process and is responsible for making the body age too quickly known as premature aging.
The herb is extremely valuable in turning back the hands of time as it fights against inflammation and can slow down and actually reverse aging.

MORJORAM
Known for its medicinal properties, Marjoram is an herb that is used in for seasoning soups, stews, dressings and sauce. It has a sweet pine and citrus flavoring and is used a lot in Austrian medicine. It is popular for its aid in digestion and the fact that it helps one sleep.
Sleep is a very important part in anti-aging. When we sleep our bodies heal and gear up to fight off disease, infections and even aging. It is not a wonder Marjoram is a great herb for looking younger.

OREGANO
Oregano is an herb that is part of the mint family and is commonly used on meat, lamb and mutton.
Oregano is booming with anti-oxidants, namely rosmarinic acid. Rosmarinic acid is a very potent anti-oxidant that not only protects against free-radicals that make us age, but it wages war with those damaging cells.
Furthermore, Oregano is a brutal broad-spectrum antibiotic that goes up against a number of hard to fight infections and fungi. With its awesome healing abilities, it does a great job in fighting the aging process as well.

APPLE PIE SPICE
Ginger is the main ingredient in Apple Pie Spice. It is an aromatic spice commonly used in dishes like apple pie and candies. It’s aromatic, pungent and spicy.
Ginger is also popular for its therapeutic properties. It fights fungi and bacteria, eases nausea, lowers cholesterol levels and helps prevent LDL oxidation which is bad cholesterol. For these reasons it is essential in keeping the body young and healthy.

JAMAICAN ALLSPICE
Allspice, derived from the fruit of the Pimenta dioica plant, has a flavor much like a combination of cinnamon, juniper, clove and nutmeg. It is also known for its medicinal values.
Keeping your gut healthy plays a big role in anti-aging. Jamaican Allspice is great for digestion and also helps keep your blood sugar level stable. It is another anti-aging spice that is great to add into your diet. It can be used on soups, meat and vegetables.

CINNAMON
Cinnamon is a spice not only appreciated for its compliment to sweet and savory foods; it is famous for its healing powers too.
Cinnamon is a natural antibiotic and has even been proven to destroy E. coli, a very strong and harmful bacteria. It is also helpful in fighting arthritis which is a common complaint of aging. It has found its spot among the anti-aging herbs and spices for these reasons and can be used freely.

CLOVES
If you have ever woken up in the night with a bad toothache, chances are you remembered your Grandmother’s old remedy and grabbed t he Cloves. Dr. Mercola refers to Cloves as “Cinnamon on steroids” and that is the truth. Cloves fight off so many infections and pains it is unbelievable.
Cloves get a very high score for ORAC, Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity. They are super powerful against free-radicals, because they contain a large amount of anti-oxidants. Not only that, they have within them an ingredient called eugenol that is an anesthetic meaning it is a pain reliever. It is widely used for toothaches, sore throats and mouth sores.
Cloves are tasty too. They are quite common in the dishes in Asian, African, and the Near and Middle East and are used primarily in meats and curries but also on fruit like pears and apples.

THE SPICE OF LIFE
Of course you can treat aging with herbs and spices and you can also prevent aging with them as well. It’s a good idea to incorporate them into your diet just by experimenting with the tastes and finding what you like. Be sure to use the best qualities you can find and take care to store them properly, in an airtight container that is not exposed to the light.
Herbs and spice add so much to your cuisine and to your health as well. They enhance your dishes with color without adding any calories. The more you use herbs and spices the more you will find that you will age not only gracefully but tastefully as well.