{"id":24629,"date":"2017-04-15T18:00:13","date_gmt":"2017-04-15T12:30:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=24629"},"modified":"2019-04-08T16:00:59","modified_gmt":"2019-04-08T10:30:59","slug":"24629-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/24629-2\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Indian Spices That Are Excellent For Diabetics"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-24632 size-full\" title=\"5 Indian Spices That Are Excellent For Diabetics\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/rsz_shutterstock_525757201.jpg\" alt=\"buy medicine online\" width=\"630\" height=\"380\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Diabetes can be controlled and kept in check effectively with the help of lifestyle and dietary changes. There are a variety of foods which you can incorporate in your diet to maintain your blood sugar levels and overcome complications or health risks associated with diabetes. Ayurveda is emerging as a very popular and accepted science for healing one\u2019s body using natural ways. Ayurveda focuses on foods that create balance within the body. An essential component of Ayurveda is spices.<\/p>\n<p>Here is a list of 5 spices which everyone with diabetes should use:<\/p>\n<p><strong>1 . Turmeric (Haldi)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This good old spice is a staple in every Indian kitchen. Turmeric has been used for many years to cure infections, fight diseases and eradicate skin issues. Turmeric, also popularly known as <em>Haldi<\/em>, has antibacterial properties. It strengthens the immunity and is anti-inflammatory in nature. It contains antioxidants which promote heart health and helps in weight management which is extremely important for diabetics. Turmeric contains curcumin which can help in keeping blood sugar in check. \u00a0Just cook your food and vegetables with a spoonful of turmeric and reap its benefits.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/ayurveda\/turmeric-6\">Health Benefits of Turmeric<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>2 . Cinnamon (Dalchini)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Modern studies prove that this flavourful spice \u2013cinnamon, contains bioactive compounds which help to lower the blood sugar levels. Powdered cinnamon also regulates insulin activity in the body to keep its level under control. Cinnamon can be included in your diet by adding a pinch of powder to your daily meals. You may also consume it by mixing half a teaspoon with warm water, every morning.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3 . Cloves (Laung)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cloves are highly aromatic, loaded with iron and calcium and added to many Indian dishes to enhance flavor. Cloves are rich in antioxidants and reduce inflammation in the body. Due to these properties, cloves can prove to be useful in the management of diabetes. They can naturally reduce the sugar levels in the body. Since this spice has a very strong flavor, it is best consumed in moderation. Munch on 1-2 cloves directly, or add a pinch of clove powder to your tea or dishes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4 . Cumin (Jeera)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cumin, also known as <em>jeera<\/em>, is another great spice which can easily be included in the diet to fight diabetes. Cumin is very effective in managing the blood sugar levels. It also helps you maintain a healthy heart. If you aren\u2019t already consuming cumin, start by using it to temper your dishes. To have the concentrated form, roast a teaspoon of cumin seeds until brown and then grind them to convert into a powder. Have a pinch with a cup of lukewarm water every day to reap its benefits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5 . Cayenne (Mirchi)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cayenne pepper is known to increase the body metabolism and helps to burn fat. Since obesity can be a constant problem with diabetic patients, this space can prove to be helpful. It also helps to reduce inflammation in the body. However, this spice might a little too hot to handle, so use it in moderation. Sprinkle a pinch to your meals to enjoy a spicy, anti-diabetic meal.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-24632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/rsz_shutterstock_525757201.jpg\" alt=\"buy medicine online\" width=\"630\" height=\"380\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[56,92],"class_list":["post-24629","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-diabetes","tag-anti-diabetic","tag-diabetes-diet"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>5 Indian Spices That Are Excellent For Diabetics - Tata 1mg Capsules<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Diabetes can be controlled and kept in check effectively with the help of lifestyle and dietary changes. 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