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"Turmeric, a key ingredient in curry, has been used for centuries by practitioners of Ayurvedic medicine to treat inflammatory disorders, and turmeric extract containing curcumin (not to be confused with cumin, a spice commonly associated with Moroccan cooking) is available in most health-food stores as a dietary supplement for the treatment and prevention of rheumatoid arthritis. NIH researchers found that curcumin completely inhibited the onset of rheumatoid arthritis in animals by working to keep inflammatory proteins from being released and preventing destruction in the joints." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"Cumin Cumin is a spice that reportedly has anticancer activities. cumin is found in at least two varieties: black cumin and yellow-brown cumin. Both are used in Indian cooking, but the yellow-brown variety seems to predominate around the world. The ethnobotanist James Duke reports that cumin contains carveol and limonene among its assortment of anticancer phytochemicals." - Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D., Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health (Get the book.)

"Serves 2 Crunchy Couscous Salad_ 3 ounces yellow squash, cubed 3 ounces celery, chopped 3 ounces scallions, chopped 3 ounces safflower oil 1 1/2 ounces miso 1/2 teaspoon cumin pinch of cayenne 3 ounces black-eyed peas, cooked (chilled) 3 ounces couscous, cooked Combine squash, celery and scallions in a bowl. Set aside. In a blender, combine oil, miso and 2 ounces water. Blend until smooth. Add vegetables to miso mixture and blend until coarsely ground. Add cumin and cayenne. Combine with black-eyed peas and couscous. Mix thoroughly." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"QUINOA AND BLACK BEAN SALAD serves 4 --o 2 teaspoons grated lime zest 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice j teaspoon agave 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 7 clove crushed garlic j tsp ground cumin Dash of red pepper flakes (optional) 7 cup quinoa 714-ounce can of organic black beans, rinsed and drained 2 tomatoes, chopped 4 scallions, chopped \ cup fresh cilantro, chopped Salt and fresh-ground pepper Mix together the lime zest, lime juice, agave, cumin, crushed garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes if using them." - Frank Lipman, Mollie Doyle, Spent: Revive: Stop Feeling Spent and Feel Great Again (Get the book.)

"Cumin is found in at least two varieties: black cumin and yellow-brown cumin. Both are used in Indian cooking, but the yellow-brown variety seems to predominate around the world. The ethnobotanist James Duke reports that cumin contains carveol and limonene among its assortment of anticancer phytochemicals. According to a retrospective study conducted at the Western Gailee Regional Hospital in Israel of 964 patients of the urology department: Those patients that had consumed the most water, the most olive oil, and the most cumin were the least likely to develop, prostate cancer." - Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D., Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health (Get the book.)

"Curcumin—is anti-inflammatory and hypocholesterolemic, inhibits platelet aggregation, and is protective to smokers Curcumin, not to be mistaken fot the herb cumin, is the yellow pigment of turmeric (Curcuma longa) found in mustard and curry powder. Curcumin has gained popularity because of its antioxidant and antiplatelet aggregating qualities. Curcumin's ability to control platelet aggregation appears directly related to thromboxane inhibition (a promoter of aggregation) and an increase in prostacyclin activity, an inhibitot of aggregation (Srivastava et al. 1985; Toda et al. 1985)." - The Life Extension Editorial Staff, Disease Prevention and Treatment (Get the book.)

"Cuminum cyminum (B 5) cumin Greek and Latin name of the plant. Originally from N. Africa & W. Asia, cumin is sometimes cultivated for its fruits (cumin seeds) in S. U.S. & Mex.; it can be found as an escape in W. Tex. & Mex. Cumin has been employed as a spice since Antiquity, but its use did not reach Northern Europe until the Middle Ages. It is used to flavor various dishes, breads, cheese and pickles. In India it is mixed with other spices to make curry powders. The fruits contain an essential oil which can be distilled. In high doses, this oil can produce nervous disorders." - Francois Couplan, Ph.D., The Encyclopedia of Edible Plants of North America (Get the book.)

"Cumin is found in at least two varieties: black cumin and yellow-brown cumin. Both are used in Indian cooking, but the yellow-brown variety seems to predominate around the world. The ethnobotanist James Duke reports that cumin contains carveol and limonene among its assortment of anticancer phytochemicals. According to a retrospective study conducted at the Western Gailee Regional Hospital in Israel of 964 patients of the urology department: Those patients that had consumed the most water, the most olive oil, and the most cumin were the least likely to develop, prostate cancer." - Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D., Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health (Get the book.)

"HUMMUS Makes about 2 cups 1 yh cups cooked garbanzo beans XA cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons raw tahini 3 green onions, chopped 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 teaspoon ground cumin Vi teaspoon black pepper Place all the ingredients into a blender or food processor and process until smooth. Add a few drops of water if you want a smoother consistency. PASTA WITH MUSHROOMS AND LENTILS Serves 4?" - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.)

"For the tea, combine one-eighth teaspoon each of cumin powder, coriander powder and fennel seed powder in one cup of water. Steep the herbs for five minutes into a tea and sip it after breakfast. (If you don't like the taste, you don't need to drink it hot; lukewarm is fine.) The second part of the five-day plan is Xiao Yao Wan, a Chinese medicine herbal remedy that works to minimize symptoms of both sinus and hay fever, among others. Xiao Yao Wan is available at Chinese herb shops and pharmacies, and is becoming increasingly available at specialty health product stores." - Bottom Line Books, Uncommon Cures For Everyday Ailments (Get the book.)

"Asian seasonings include coriander seeds, cardamom pods, cumin, ground ginger, sesame seeds, cloves, and Szechuan peppercorns. Avoid packets of prepared combination seasonings, as well as condiments such as hoisin sauce, mango chutney, and fish sauce. They are usually extremely high in sodium and sometimes high in sugar. • Add cinnamon to your diet. Recent studies show that cinnamon stimulates circulation and boosts the ability of insulin to metabolize glucose and carry it into cells for energy production. • Drink water! Drink water! Drink water! I can't stress this enough." - Stephen Sinatra, M.D. and James C., M.D. Roberts, Reverse Heart Disease Now: Stop Deadly Cardiovascular Plaque Before It's Too Late (Get the book.)

"SPLIT PEA SOUP Serves 8 2 cups dry split peas 6 cups hot water 1 cup carrots, chopped 1 cup celery, sliced 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced Vi teaspoon each: dried marjoram, dried basil Va teaspoon each: ground cumin, black pepper 1 teaspoon salt Place all ingredients in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours, or until split peas are soft. Or, place all ingredients in a large pot, bring to a simmer, and then cover loosely. Cook until split peas are tender, 1 to 2 hours." - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.)

"A tea made by steeping 1 tsp. of cumin seeds in 1 pint of water for an hour helps relieve muscle spasms. Marinated Delicacy Cumin brings out the flavor in game fowl like Cornish hens and pheasants. cumin-flavored game hen Needed: 2-1/2 -3 lbs. of uncooked Cornish game hen; 2 tsp. sea salt; 1 tsp. brown sugar; 1/2 tsp. anise seed; 1/4 tsp. ground ginger; 2 medium bay leaves; 2 tbsp. soy sauce; 2 tbsp. olive oil; 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar; 3/4 cup flour; 4 tbsp. olive oil; 1 1/2 cups hot distilled or spring water; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 4 cups hot cooked wild rice." - John Heinerman, Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Healing Herbs and Spices (Get the book.)

"Indian-Style Sauce 1 cup olive oil (or other recommended oil to taste) 2 cups Brazil nuts 6 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons coriander seeds, ground 2 tablespoons ginger, minced 2 tablespoons cumin, ground A teaspoon turmeric powder 'A-% teaspoon Celtic or Himalayan salt 'A teaspoon hing 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper A teaspoon cayenne A cup ginger juice one-half bunch cilantro one-half bunch basil Optional Thai version: Add 1 tablespoon lemongrass and 1 lime leaf Place all ingredients in blender and blend on high speed. Serves 4 when used as marinade for vegetables." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"Aloe vera Astragalus Basil Black Cohosh** (for Breast Cancer) Black walnut hull Burdock root Cat's claw Cardamon Chaparral Coconut oil Cogumelo do Sol (Mushrooms of the Sun)J cumin, black (nigella sativa)44 Researchers at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia have discovered Dill Ellagic acid Essiac herbs Fennel Ginger* Herbal cancer treatment Carctol (Ayurvedic herbs) Ginseng45 Goji juice Grape seed Graviola (See section below." - Andreas Moritz, Cancer Is Not A Disease - It's A Survival Mechanism (Get the book.)

"INDICATIONS AND USAGE In folk medicine, cumin is used as a carminative for stomach disorders, diarrhea, and colic, particularly in veterinary medicine. In America, Africa, and India the drag is used as an abortive and as an emmenagogue. In Indonesia, cumin is used in cases of bloody diarrhea, headache (paste is applied to the forehead), and is taken orally for rheumatic ailments. PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS Health risks or side effects following the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages are not recorded." - Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D., PDR for Herbal Medicines (Get the book.)

"Chopped and sauteed onions, mushrooms, and celery added to 1 cup tomato sauce with chunks of potatoes, chopped cilantro, lA cup chopped poblano chilies, and dashes of cumin, coriander, and garlic Lentil Soup Lentils do not need to be soakedfirst, so this is an easy last-minute soup to make." - Jay Gordon, The ADD and ADHD Cure: The Natural Way to Treat Hyperactivity and Refocus Your Child (Get the book.) "Vz cup powdered stock or 1 cup Basic Soup Stock (see page 87) 1 tablespoon granulated garlic 1 teaspoon dried dill '/2 teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon soy sauce Place all of the ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the vegetables are soft. Variations 1. Use red lentils and add chopped tomatoes or tomato paste. 2. Chopped chard is also a tasty addition. Miso Soup This soup does not store well, so make it fresh for each meal." - Jay Gordon, The ADD and ADHD Cure: The Natural Way to Treat Hyperactivity and Refocus Your Child (Get the book.)

"Other plant extracts with hypoglycemic effects include juniper berries, izui, Siberian and panax ginseng, cumin, curcumin, cucumber, garlic, and bottle gourd. One of the more useful plants is Gymnema sylvestre (Gumar) which stimulates insulin secretion and lowers cholesterol and triglycerides with minimal side effects. A test on twenty-two type II diabetics found 400 mg per day to be superior to prescription medications for long-term blood-sugar stabilization and an overall sense of well-being." - Russell L. Blaylock, M.D., Health and Nutrition Secrets (Get the book.)

"Add vegetables to miso mixture and blend until coarsely ground. Add cumin and cayenne. Combine with black-eyed peas and couscous. Mix thoroughly. Serves 2 Raisin Basmati Salad_ 3 ounces basmati rice, cooked (chilled) 3 ounces celery, chopped 3 ounces raisins 3 ounces pineapple, cut into bite-size pieces 1 tablespoon safflower oil 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly. Serve when rice is cooled." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"Finally, herbs like coriander, ginger, cumin, and fennel are helpful. Indian restaurants usually provide a little bowl of fennel seeds for customers. Chewing on them freshens the breath in the nicest and most natural way. Combo Cure for Aging Brains IF YOU'RE A baby boomer, at some point in your life you've undoubtedly heard yourself say the following words: "Senior moment!" And if you aren't a baby boomer, chances are you still know what your boomer friends mean when they say them. (If you don't, let me translate from boomer-ese. A "senior moment" means "I can't remember where I put my keys." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The Most Effective Natural Cures on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth about What Treatments Work and Why (Get the book.)

"CUMINALDEHYDE • A constituent of eucalyptus, myrrh, cassia, cumin, and other essential oils, but often made synthetically. Colorless to yellowish, oily, with a strong, lasting odor. It is used as a synthetic flavoring in berry, fruit, and spice flavorings for beverages, ice cream, ices, candy, baked goods, chewing gum, and condiments. Used in perfumery. No known toxicity. CUMINiC ALDEHYDE • See Cuminaldehyde. CUPRIC ACETATE • The copper salts of acetic acid and copper (see both). CUPRIC CHLORIDE • Copper Chloride. A copper salt used in hair dye." - Ruth Winter, Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives: A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients Vitamin E (Get the book.)

"A tea made by steeping 1 tsp. of cumin seeds in 1 pint of water for an hour helps relieve muscle spasms. Marinated Delicacy Cumin brings out the flavor in game fowl like cornish hens and pheasants. Cumin-Flavored Game Hen Needed: 2-1/2-3 lbs. of uncooked Cornish game hen; 2 tsp. sea salt; 1 tsp. brown sugar; 1/2 tsp. anise seed; 1/4 tsp. ground ginger; 2 medium bay leaves; 2 tbsp. soy sauce; 2 tbsp. olive oil; 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar; 3/4 cup flour; 4 tbsp. olive oil; 1-1/2 cups hot distilled or spring water; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 4 cups hot cooked wild rice." - John Heinerman, Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables and Herbs (Get the book.)

"Both recommend papaya (especially raw, but also in tablets and papaya leaf) for the enzymes, as well as fennel and anise seeds; Glad-star also recommends cumin and dill seeds in addition to the fennel and anise, suggesting an old-fashioned remedy for digestive disturbances: combine these four seeds and chew them before and after meals. Be aware that coffee and cigarettes increase heartburn by irritating the stomach, and remember that whole grains, fresh fruits, and vegetables combined with nonstressful exercise are the best solutions to constipation." - Tori Hudson, N.D., Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness (Get the book.)

"Add a few teaspoons of dried, powdered comfrey to the recipe mentioned above for red pepper or to any favorite skin cream. V cumin (Cuminum cyminum). cumin is used liberally in Mexican foods. My former U.S. Department of Agriculture colleague, molecular biologist Stephen Beckstrom-Stemberg, Ph.D., and I once studied the properties of this spice and discovered three pain-relieving compounds, seven that are anti-inflammatory and four that combat swelling. If I had CTS, I'd use lots of cumin on food and add it to my curried rice. V Sage (Salvia officinalis). Dr." - James A. Duke, Ph.D., The Green Pharmacy: New Discoveries in Herbal Remedies for Common Diseases and Conditions from the World's Foremost Authority on Healing Herbs (Get the book.)

"Add the tomatoes, garlic, onion, chili powder, cumin, lemon juice, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper if desired." - Steven V. Joyal, What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Diabetes: An Innovative Program to Prevent, Treat, and Beat This Controllable Disease (Get the book.)

"V cumin (Cuminum cyminum). cumin is used liberally in Mexican foods. My former U.S. Department of Agriculture colleague, molecular biologist Stephen Beckstrom-Stemberg, Ph.D., and I once studied the properties of this spice and discovered three pain-relieving compounds, seven that are anti-inflammatory and four that combat swelling. If I had CTS, I'd use lots of cumin on food and add it to my curried rice. V Sage (Salvia officinalis). Dr. Beckstrom-Sternberg and I identified six anti-inflammatory compounds in sage." - James A. Duke, Ph.D., The Green Pharmacy: New Discoveries in Herbal Remedies for Common Diseases and Conditions from the World's Foremost Authority on Healing Herbs (Get the book.)

"Cuban-Chinese Rice and Beans 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 white onion, chopped '/2 cup chopped green onions 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (if you like spicy food, do not remove the seeds; if you like mild tastes, remove the seeds) Vi cup chopped cilantro 1 cup chopped tomato Vi cup chopped black olives Vi cup chopped green bell pepper 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 cups mung bean sprouts 2 cups cooked black beans 3 cups cooked short-grain brown rice Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat." - Jay Gordon, The ADD and ADHD Cure: The Natural Way to Treat Hyperactivity and Refocus Your Child (Get the book.)

"Yields 4 to 5 cups Tomato Potato Soup_ 9 ounces potatoes, sliced 3 tablespoons sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon cumin 1/4 teaspoon basil 326 Soups 1 teaspoon salt 3 ounces tomato, chopped 6 ounces pepper, chopped 3 ounces scallions, chopped Boil potatoes for approximately 15 minutes in 4 cups water. Transfer potatoes and cooking water to blender and add seasonings. Puree until smooth. Return mixture to saucepan and set on stove again over low heat. Add in the chopped vegetables. Cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"Universal Marinade/Dressing 1 part freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 part oil (canola or olive or flax seed) 1 part red or white drinking wine 2 to 5 cloves garlic from a hand press 1 teaspoon grated ginger, cumin, or curry (amount and spice choice to taste) Pepper to taste Use any combination of fruit juices or pureed tomatoes to change the flavor. There's no salt, and the dressing gets its sourness and zing from the lemon or lime juice. Alternatively, use a vinegar, but make sure there's no salt added. If you want a little spice, add chili pepper or some grated jalapeno pepper." - James Dowd and Diane Stafford, The Vitamin D Cure (Get the book.)

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