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40. Red Cabbage spices in Indian cuisine. Lately, it has
Benefit: Packed with nutrients
With a very cheap price, fresh cabbage
is one of those foods that can be easily
incorporated into everyone’s diet. The
vegetable has an impressive nutrient
profile, and it is known to help calm down
inflammation and improve digestion.
Cabbage is packed with Vitamin C which
plays an important role in bodily functions.
Apart from this, red cabbage contains
anthocyanins which give the vegetable its
vibrant purple color. Numerous studies
have shown that foods rich in this pigment
can reduce the risk of heart disease, which
is why cabbage is also good for the heart.
41. Turmeric
Benefit: Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
properties
Turmeric is one of the most essential
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also become quite popular in America for
its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
properties. This spice is easily found
in supermarkets and even online. Not
only can versatile turmeric lend itself to
many different recipes, but it’s also one
of the more affordable spices in the spice
aisle. Ironically, although it is an anti-
inflammatory, turmeric can cause bloating
if consumed in large quantities. If you are
considering including it in your diet, be
sure to consume it in moderation!
42. Dark Chocolate
Benefit: Heart health, anti-ageing
When the cocoa content exceeds 70%,
chocolate becomes a health food rather
than a dessert. First of all, cocoa powder
is extremely rich in antioxidants and
helps our body fight against cell aging and
inflammation. In addition, dark chocolate is
highly involved in covering our daily needs
in potassium, an electrolyte important for
kidney function. Dark chocolate is also
considered good for the heart, as it has a
protective and preventive effect against
cardiovascular diseases. According to
studies, this is due to the presence of
flavonoids that have an anti-inflammatory
effect and have the ability to improve