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CANCER-FIGHTING CULINARY SPICES AND
HERBS
Spices and herbs have long been used for medicinal purposes, such as fighting
indigestion and other digestive problems. Although science is uncertain about the direct
benefits of consuming certain spices and herbs with regard to protecting against and
fighting cancer and its side effects, their indirect beneficial effects may be more easily
recognized.
One such effect is their unique flavor profile, which ranges from strong to mild, with only
small amounts needed to create a whole new taste sensation. When cancer-related loss
of appetite and taste changes occur, w hich can lead to undesirable weight loss, adding
herbs and spices to your cooking may help stimulate your taste buds and reinvigorate
your appetite.

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Ginger

Rosemary

Turmeric

Ginger has long been used in folk
medicine to treat everything from

Rosemary is a hearty, woody
Mediterranean herb that has

Turmeric is an herb in the ginger
family; it's one of the ingredients

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