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Cardamom:
This is a delicious spice with a citrus-like aroma that adds a wonderful flavor to Indian foods, among others. It is also know to be good for your liver, which in turn is good for entire body, since your liver helps you detoxify your blood. It is also good for your digestion, and is known to help with gas and the cramps that causes. The only caveat is that you might want to hold off on the cardamom if you are worried about gallstones. Otherwise, it can be a great addition to your recipes.
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Cinnamon:
Cinnamon comes from the bark of a tropical evergreen, just like its cousin cassia. It has an ancient pedigree,
even being used to embalm a few pharaohs. That may not sound appetizing, but it has been found to be good for the heart,
the stomach and the joints. Not impressed yet? Well consider that it also seems to mimic insulin and therefore helps diabetics moderate their sugar levels. So don't be shy with this tasty and healthy spice. 
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Cloves:
The dried buds of a tropical evergreen, cloves are a wonderful blast of fragrance and flavor.
They were the first known breath fresheners, but have a long, rich history in the spice trades.
These sweet but pungent buds can overwhelm a recipe, so beware! |
Ginger:
This spicy root is known as the universal remedy. Although it's well-known as a stomach soother, it also improves circulation, fights tumors, reduces inflammation and boosts the immune system. Oh, and it's good for pain and a fever. The only possible drawbacks are for people with gallstones or those on blood thinners.
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Nutmeg:
What would egg-nog be without nutmeg? But this sweetly aromatic spice is good for much more. As well as flavoring
cakes and fruity desserts, it works wonderfully with strong vegetables like cabbage and cauliflower.Nutmeg quickly loses it's flavor when ground, so get whole kernels and grind them just before using them. The taste is a sweet blend of woody pine and cloves.
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