How to Use Cumin Seeds for Weight loss

Cumin seeds, also known as jeera are used in Indian dishes to make them more flavorful. It has an earthy and warm flavor. But little did we know that cumin helps in weight loss as well. Yes, that's true. Cumin seeds help in reducing weight speedily. This spice is a powerhouse of nutrients and has a lot of health benefits. It was also used in the ancient medicinal system, Ayurveda. A lot of statistics show that regular consumption of these seeds proves to be beneficial to health effectively. Do you want to know how? Let us look at its health benefits.

Health Benefits of Cumin

1. Aids in digestion by increasing the activity of digestive enzymes in your gut.
2. A teaspoon of iron cumin contains about 1.4mg of Iron.
3. Good for diabetes.
4. Helps in removing excess cholesterol from the body.
5. Reduces inflammation in the body.
6. Good for fat reduction and weight loss.

Cumin boosts metabolism and that in turn increases the speed of digestion. When you have a healthy diet and you have a faster metabolism, you will start losing weight automatically. You must be wondering how cumin can help us with weight loss. Cumin has proven to be an effective remedy for weight loss. You can see a major difference in your body within 10-20 days by consuming cumin water regularly. Let us know how we can use cumin seeds for weight loss.

How to Use Cumin for Weight Loss?

There are numerous ways in which we can use cumin for weight loss. However, in this guide, we have mentioned 3 ways in which you can use cumin for weight loss.

(PS. You can consume it in two forms, as a whole spice or in powder form)

1. Cumin Seeds:

   Soak 2 teaspoons of cumin seeds in water overnight or till you see the color of the water change. Then boil the water and strain it. Add a few drops of lemon juice and drink it on empty stomach for two weeks at least for visible results. If you can, continue to consume it regularly because some extra perks to health are never unwanted.

2. Cumin Powder with Yogurt:

   Who says that every healthy dish tastes boring? A simple snack like yogurt and jeera with a pinch of salt fills you up and even cools down your stomach. Try incorporating this with your daily meals and feel a change from within.

3. Cumin powder with water:

   Take a spoon full of cumin powder and mix it with water. Boil it for about a minute or two and consume it after or before your meals. Consume this after your meals regularly and see visible effects in a few days. Jeera water may give you a jump-start to your metabolism and help in balancing blood sugar. In addition to that, it will keep your body hydrated. Anecdotally, people consume jeera water twice a day on an empty stomach for best results.

   There are other benefits of consuming cumin. They are mentioned below:

   • High in iron which most other foods do not have.
   • Improves HDL (good cholesterol) and LDL (bad cholesterol) ratios in the body.
   • Contains antimicrobial and antibacterial properties that keep you from getting food poisoning.
   • Supports the immune system.
   • Contains cancer-fighting properties.

Hence proved, a basic side spice from your spice box can be so beneficial to you! So, the next time you add cumin to your food, just imagine how much good is it going to do to you!