Curry Powder
Curry powder is a mixture of spices with a bright golden hue and a complex flavor. It can be made with a variety of spices, usually including turmeric, coriander, cumin, fenugreek, and chili pepper. Other common additions are ginger, black pepper, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and fennel seeds.
Curry powder may offer a variety of health benefits due to the numerous healthful spices it contains.
Healthy Benefits:
- Digestive Health: Spices like curry powder aid in digestion and can help alleviate bloating and gas.
- Anti-inflammatory Properties: Curry powder contains a variety of anti-inflammatory spices, including turmeric, coriander, and chili powder.
- Immune Boosting: The antimicrobial properties of these spices support the immune system by fighting off potential pathogens.
- Metabolic Health: Consuming curry powder may benefit heart health by reducing heart disease risk factors like high cholesterol and triglyceride levels and by improving blood flow.