From digestion to immunity: The surprising health benefits of cumin seeds

Cumin seeds are not just known for their strong flavour in Indian cooking. They also include a natural chemical called cuminaldehyde, which has several health benefits.

Health benefits of cumin seeds

How to include cumin seeds in your diet

Things to consider

• Consuming more than 3 grams daily could cause excessive blood thinning.
• Overuse might increase the risk of miscarriage or infertility.
• Some people may get extremely low blood sugar as a result of it.
• A few people may be allergic to cumin.

Easy Jeera (Cumin) Rice recipe

Ingredients

Steps

• Cook the basmati rice and keep it aside.
• In a pan, heat 1 tbsp ghee.
• Add the bay leaves, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, cumin seeds, and green chilli. Sauté it well.
• Add the rice and mix in gently. Be careful not to overcook the rice.
• Add salt to taste. Close the lid and cook on a low flame for 5 minutes.
• Sprinkle coriander leaves on top and turn off the heat.