Cumin

Cumin (Cuminum cyminum L) is a leafy plant that grows low to the ground in China, India, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean region. Cumin may help manage diabetes, reduce cholesterol, and boost memory, among many other benefits. The fruit of the plant is called the cumin seed, and it’s popular all over the world as a spice. Cumin has become the subject of medical research, as anecdotal evidence claims it has all kinds of health benefits. Most of cumin’s claimed benefits have to do with your digestion, immune system, and circulation. Some benefits of cumin can be demonstrated with clinical studies, while some remain hard to prove.

Cumin relieves gas and bloating, and its magnesium content helps ease stomach aches when consumed with hot water. Cumin may enhance the body’s natural defenses against infections and diseases. Studies suggest that cumin may help manage diabetes by lowering urea levels in the blood and improving insulin response. Cumin may aid in weight loss when consumed as part of a healthy diet, reducing waist circumference, fat mass, and body mass index (BMI).