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Based on a recommended daily antioxidant intake of 4,000 ORAC units here are the values found in just one ounce of the following herbs and spices.
We've known for years that antioxidants can help prevent heart disease and cancer, reduce blood pressure and slow the effects of aging. These naturally occurring compounds protect the body from harmful, excess free radicals, sweeping them up before they can cause damage. And the best way to lay an antioxidant-rich foundation that's inhospitable to toxins and free radicals is through a our diet. GARLIC The "stinking rose," perhaps the world's oldest known medicinal and culinary herb, is packed with antioxidants that can help fend off cancer, heart disease and the effects of aging. The sulfur compounds that give garlic its pungent odor are thought to be responsible for its healing benefits. Studies have shown that garlic keeps the heart healthy by lowering cholesterol levels, reducing blood pressure, fighting free radicals and keeping blood from clotting. Other studies suggest that eating garlic regularly can help prevent cancer. It also has potent anti-fungal properties and can help treat asthma and yeast infections.
CINNAMON Cinnamon has many health benefits. It has shown promise in the treatment of diabetes, arthritis, high cholesterol, memory function related to dementia and Alzheimer's, and even leukemia and lymphoma. Turmeric is a natural liver detoxifier, has been shown to stop the growth of new blood vessels in tumors. Because if its anti-inflammatory properties, it is a natural treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It may also prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer's by removing amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain.
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