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Herb/ Spice
Heal t h Benef it s
Cl ove Cl ove is aphrodisiac, ant i-inf l ammat ory, ant isept ic, and ant if ungal . It rel ieves
respirat ory inf ect ions, improves digest ion, and provides pain rel ief . It is high in
ant ioxidant s and a good source of mineral s, part icul arl y manganese, omega-3 f at t y
acids, f iber, and vit amins.
Ginger Ginger is ant i-nausea, ant i-inf l ammat ory, and ant icancer. It reduces morning
sickness, decreases muscl e pain and soreness, can hel p wit h ost eoart hrit is, l owers
bl ood sugar, reduces heart disease risks, t reat s chronic indigest ion, decreases
menst rual pain, l owers chol est erol l evel s, prot ect s against Al zheimer?s disease, and
hel ps f ight inf ect ions.
Oregano Oregano provides immune support . It is ant if ungal , ant ibact erial , ant i-inf l ammat ory,
and ant i-cancer. It is usef ul f or respirat ory inf ect ions. Research has shown essent ial
oil s f rom oregano may kil l t he f oodborne pat hogen l ist eria and t he superbug MRSA,
making it a val uabl e addit ion t o hand soaps and disinf ect ant s.
Nat ural unref ined sal t
or Himal ayan Sal t Nat ural unref ined sal t or Himal ayan sal t hel ps st abil ize irregul ar heart rat e, regul at es
bl ood pressure, and ext ract s excess acidit y f rom cel l s in t he body (part icul arl y brain
cel l s). It bal ances bl ood sugar l evel s, cl ears l ungs of excess mucus (part icul arl y in
ast hma and cyst ic f ibrosis), and cl ears sinus congest ion. It is a nat ural ant ihist amine,
regul at es sl eep, prevent s muscl e cramps, cont ribut es t o f irm bones, hel ps prevent
gout and gout y art hrit is, is essent ial f or maint aining sexual l ibido, and hel ps prevent
varicose veins. It suppl ies t he body wit h over eight y essent ial mineral el ement s.
Ref ined sal t such as t abl e sal t has been st ripped of al l but t wo of t hese el ement s and
cont ains harmf ul addit ives such as al uminum sil icat e, a t oxic chemical f ound in a UK
st udy t o be t he primary cause of neurol ogical disorders such as Al zheimer?s disease
and Parkinson?s disease.
· Fresh, Organic Veget abl es. You should always eat a wide range of colorful vegetables and clean proteins.
However, it is especially crucial during allergy season to eat healthy, so your immune system does not get
compromised. Eat nutrient-rich veggies like carrots, yams, cabbage, beets, kale, and spinach and chard.
· Omega-3 Fat t y acids such as the ones found in fish, walnuts and flax seed may reduce the production of
inflammatory chemicals in the body. Studies have found that a high content of omega-3 fatty acids in red blood
cells or in the diet was associated with a decreased risk of hay fever.
· Local honey can help relieve watery eyes, congestion and most allergy symptoms because it contains the pollen
your seasonal allergies originate from.
· Horseradish is a pungent root vegetable which acts as a decongestant, helping to clear nasal passages. Grated
fresh horseradish root adds a lovely kick to roast meats and vegetables.
· Probiot ic-Rich and Ferment ed f oods. Foods like sauerkraut, kimchi, and kombucha are foods that improve
digestion and boost your immune system. Also, fermented foods like miso and apple cider vinegar are alkaline
forming and also promote health.
· Raw garl ic and onion contain high levels of quercetin. Quercetin is a natural anti-inflammatory and antihistamine.
· Wat er and appl e cider vinegar help break up mucus, ease respiratory issues, and reduce inflammation.
· Pineappl e is full of vitamins and enzymes that help reduce reactions to seasonal allergies. The pineapple core, as
it has the highest concentration of nutrients.
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