Cumin seeds were traditional wedding fare in ancient Greece and Rome because the herb was believed to promote fertility and fidelity. Warriors were fortified with loaves of cumin seed bread while they prepared for battle.
Studies have shown that cumin may reduce the risk of developing liver or stomach cancer. The seeds, which are a rich source of iron, appear to stimulate metabolism by increasing the secretion of pancreatic enzymes. However, people with a history of peptic ulcers, gallstones or bile duct obstruction should avoid or limit the consumption of cumin.
SummaryCumin is antimicrobial, diuretic, carminative, analgesic, stimulating to the metabolism and influences blood clotting. An acetone extract of cumin was found to exert estrogenic effects in female albino rats that had their ovaries removed, resulting in an increase in uterus weight.
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