Cumin, the magical ingredient

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• Cumin seeds or cumin are small brown seeds that resemble caraway seeds but have a different aroma and taste. It not only adds flavor to foods but also has many health benefits.
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• Cumin, the magical ingredient
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• Cumin seeds rich in copper, iron, antioxidants, vitamin A, vitamin C, zinc and potassium are used in many home remedies. Here are some incredible uses of cumin in home remedies for weight loss, insomnia and inflammation.
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• Treats insomnia
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• Sometimes it can be hard to fall asleep at night and you'll be throwing up all night. Cumin seeds can help you get a good night's sleep. The hormone melatonin in seeds can be used to treat sleep disorders such as insomnia.
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• Increases immunity
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• Cumin is rich in potassium and iron, which help strengthen the immune system. It has anti-oxidants and anti-bacterial properties that help fight infections.
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• Cures indigestion and enhances metabolism
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• Inflammation is a common disease in which gas builds up in your intestines and your stomach feels tight and full. Inflammation can also cause abdominal discomfort and abdominal pain. Irritable bowel syndrome, premenstrual syndrome, and indigestion are some of the causes of inflammation and you can treat them using cumin seeds.
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• Regulates periods
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• Jira water regulates the menstrual cycle because it contracts the uterus, which helps to release the trapped blood.
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• Healthy hair and radiant skin
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• To get long, shiny and healthy hair, you can use cumin in home remedies. Drinking cumin water as it is rich in protein and carbohydrates can get a healthy scalp.
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• Jira water is rich in minerals including calcium, potassium, manganese and selenium, which help to rejuvenate your skin.
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• Although you can drink cumin water at any time of the day, it is best to drink it on an empty stomach in the morning. Lastly, if you take it fresh, drink it at room temperature or when it is still hot.
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• Jira has a surprisingly revitalizing rusty taste that goes right into your body. Cumin is known to contain thymol, which stimulates the pancreas to produce enzymes and bile. This property, therefore, improves the overall digestion of carbohydrates and fats in the body.