by It is autumn and for many that means only one and one: pumpkin spice is back on the menu.
According to the Arizona State University, the autumn of the autumn is a popular sweet pleasure for millions of Americans who spend more than 800 million US dollars every year for pumpkin spice items.
However, many may not know that there are health benefits hidden with pumpkin spices – the real spice, and not the artificial syrups packed with sugar and chemicals.
This is because its main ingredients – cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger – are warm spices that help to stay strong and create the characteristic fragrance. Pumpkin Spice, which was initially sold in the 1930s as an add-on to Pumpkin Pie, is now published on the shelves weeks in autumn for those who want to dive into the season early.
“The club that the smell has with the season in our memories enables him to make the refreshing feelings of autumn powerfully,” said Jason Fischer, assistant professor for psychological and brain sciences at John’s Hopkins University.
Cinnamon
The usual baking spice consists of the bark of a cinnamon tree and is full of vitamins and minerals. It has iron, magnesium and calcium that keep the bones strong. Cinnamon also contains zinc that protects the immune system and contains anti -inflammatory properties.
Inflammation can lead to autoimmune, neurodegenerative, gastrointestinal and heart disease as well as certain types of cancer.
According to Cleveland Clinic, cinnamon can also help reduce the blood sugar level. High blood sugar consists of human risk to heart disease and strokes.
“Research into cinnamon shows that it reduces the inflammation due to its high salicylic acid and can also contribute to the reduction of poor cholesterol levels and increase a good cholesterol,” said nutritionist Julia Zumpano at the clinic.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the consumption of half a teaspoon per day is considered safe.
Ginger
Ginger has been used in East Medicine for centuries and is known for its ability to combat inflammation and support intestinal health.
“Ginger can help with nausea, vomiting and constipation. It helps to defeat an upset stomach,” said Zumpano. “It also has anti -inflammatory and antioxidant compounds that protect you from oxidative stress and damage.”
Ginger is often used in tea and contains vitamin C that strengthens our immune systems.
And it can lower cholesterol levels. High cholesterol levels expose people to an increased risk of heart diseases and strokes.
According to UCLA Health, only three to four grams of ginger are recommended per day, since consumption of more stomach -intestine problems could cause problems.
nutmeg
While cinnamon is made of bark and ginger comes from the ginger root, nutmeg consists of the seed of a nutmeg tree.
According to the British health chain Holland & Barrett, there is no specific recommended daily amount of nutmeg, people should not consume more than one or two milligrams a day.
Muskatnuss is a seasonal favorite that adds egglikus, also anti -inflammatory compounds.
It has strong antioxidants contained in food that can damage our cells and DNA.
“Muscat nut gives the pumpkin spice a great nutty taste, which makes it attractive for sweet and hearty dishes,” notes Zumpano.
