The benefits of Indian spices
Secondly, they are good for your health! Almost all spices are rich in antioxidants; recognised as being anti-cancer and warding off chronic diseases.And finally, they also have incredible nutritional value. Fibre, potassium, calcium and iron; these coloured powders add great nutritional value to any meal. Let’s take a closer look at one of them: turmeric.
Turmeric: discreet in taste, powerful promise
It is rich in fibre, iron and potassium, but is equally high in calcium, zinc, vitamin E and magnesium. Here’s its entire composition per 100 gr. PS: Be aware with these calculations as we generally don’t end up eating more than about 3 grams at a time.
Nutritional values per 100 gram:
It has many therapeutic benefits:
• reduces the risks of cardio-vascular disease
• helps reduce the risk of cancer (and prevents the development)
• shortens the duration of post-surgical rehabilitation
• expands the remission time in cases of ulcerative colitis
• boosts the production of breast milk (when combined with fenugreek and ginger)
• is a powerful antioxidant
PS: avoid turmeric if you are suffering from renal or biliary stones!!
How to use?
Article written by Constance De Keyzer, paediatric, perinatal and adult dietician – specialising in veganism – June 2023 – www.fourchettecurieuse.be
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