Cumin Seeds

Uses:
Use this spice regularly in cooking and in making homemade spice blends
Cumin seeds are known to improve the taste and enhance the flavor of food.
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Taco Seasoning Recipe:
1/4 cup Chili Powder (how to make your own)
1/4 cup Cumin Powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder (how to make your own)

Health Benefits:
In diabetic rats, cumin extract was more effective at reducing blood glucose and AGE production than glibenclamide, an anti-diabetic drug
Cumin s anti-glycation properties proved useful in another study, in which diabetic rats were able to stave off cataracts after oral dosing with the powder
Another study found that cumin extract reduced total cholesterol, triglycerides, and pancreatic inflammatory markers in diabetic rats. It also prevented excessive weight loss. Again, it beat out glibenclamid
Homemade Curry Powder Recipe:
1/2 cup Paprika
1/4 cup cumin
1 tablespoon Fennel Powder
2 Tablespoons Fenugreek powder (optional)- gives sweetness