
If you are one of those who often
fight with weight loss, you already know that one in such situation would try
various methods to achieve the aim. Well, newest scientific research confirms
that spices are the new powerful tool against excess weight.
According to some studies, cumin is
extremely effective in stimulating weight loss, while naturally decreasing
cholesterol and fat in the body. Its seeds, for instance, are believed to be
extremely efficient in reducing body fat, detoxifying the liver, for lowering
blood pressure, stimulating digestion, reducing fluid retention and alleviating
skin problems.
A Saudi Arabian study revealed that
the healing properties of cumin come from its high content of thymoquinone, the
key bioactive ingredient of the oil extracted from cumin seeds.
This miraculous spice is a powerful
antioxidant, which protects the liver, kidneys, stomach and the digestive
system. Cumin also possesses anti-diabetic and anti-cancer properties. It
strengthens the immune and destroys any harmful microorganisms.
Cumin and Obesity
Modern living, unhealthy diets and
inactive lifestyles has led to the emergence of obesity, as a predominant
disease of modern age, with a very high percentage of diseased in U.S. What is
even more threatening is the fact that excess weight leads to even more serious
health conditions, such as immune dysfunction and a higher risk of
cardiovascular disease.
Cumin can be used as a powerful tool
for the prevention of these health issues due to the fact that it stimulates
weight loss, as numerous studies confirm. T
Traditional herbal ingredients, like
cumin, green tea and black Chinese tea are recommended to be a part of weight
loss regimes by all nutritionists, since all of them are effective tools
against obesity. Consistent consumption of cumin combined with regular exercise
for eight weeks can be extremely beneficial leading to considerable weight
loss.
One Iranian study which was conducted
on sedentary, overweight women, proved that the combination of cumin with
aerobic exercises gives amazing results, and leads to lower cholesterol levels.
It discovered low-density lipoprotein in those who included cumin in their
diet, unlike those that never used it.
Note that cumin should not be used c
in case of a surgery as it increases the risk of extra bleeding and
complications with blood sugar. Cumin slows down blood clotting and decreases
the blood sugar. This powerful spice should also be avoided in case of
pregnancy.