Herbs and Spices - SUPERFOODS

Top Superfood Herbs and Spices

When words end in “i t i s” — this indicates INFLAMMATION. Perhaps you know someone with some form of  arthritis ?
We are surrounded by these conditions to such an extent that many simply feel that it’s inevitable and unavoidable and to put it bluntly, ‘a sign of aging’.

Inflammation is a huge topic these days as recent research indicates that there is no longer any doubt that inflammation produces a cascade of events responsible for most chronic diseases including cancer.  Often the medical docs jump to a drug treatment and there are times that this is what is needed.  There are also instances when alternatives are appropriate, however, in the world of herbs and herbalism and some are as close as your pantry! Many herbs can work on inflammation in a multi-faceted holistic and balanced way without the side effects of drugs.  A herbal consult with a practising herbalist will provide a plan; a process, which, over time, can often find the cause, alleviate symptoms and re-direct the situation.

Many herbs and spices fall within the category of powerful anti-inflammatory superfoods because they are rich in phytochemicals. Researchers from the University of Michigan have found, for example, that holy basil has anti-inflammatory activity compared to ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin. Why are anti-inflammatory foods important for good health? Because inflammation is suspected to play a key role in heart disease, cancer, atherosclerosis, arthritis, asthma, allergies, and more.

Why not sprinkle some of these powerful healing herbs and spices on your foods? Here are the top 12 anti-inflammatory herbs and spices.

Ginger
Turmeric
Black Pepper
Cinnamon
Rosemary
Basil
Cardamon
Chives
Coriander
Cloves
Garlic
Parsley

Herbs work on inflammation in a multi-faceted holistic and balanced way without the side effects of drugs.