Spices have been long used in our kitchens for their aroma,
taste and flavor that they give to food. But besides taste, they
have amazing medicinal properties and can act as natural
healers. A brief look at following information on spices can
give us a deep insight and knowledge about them. Spices can be
classified according to the parts of plants from which they are
derived: 1- Cardamom, chillies and pepper (Fruit Spices). 2-
Aniseed, caraway, celery, coriander, fenugreek, mustard and
nutmeg (Seed Spices). 3- Cloves and saffron (Flower Spices). 4-
Cinnamon (Bark Spices). 5- Ginger and turmeric (Root Spices).
Following are some of the medicinal properties of various spices
and condiments:- 1- Relief from Pain: Capsaicin in peppers acts
as anesthetic and a painkiller. Other spices and condiments
which serve as painkillers are asofoetida, bishop’s weed, clove,
ginger, garlic, mustard seed, nutmeg, onion and poppy seeds. 2-
Relief from Depression: Depression can be avoided by influencing
serotonin, a neurotransm