Indian Journal of Scientific Research
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 8
  • Issue: 2

Anti diabetic properties of common spices found in North Indian kitchens

  • Author:
  • Sanjive Kumar, Manish Kumar Srivastava
  • Total Page Count: 4
  • Page Number: 117 to 120

Department of Chemistry, K A P G College, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India

*Corresponding author

Online published on 24 May, 2018.

Abstract

Anti-diabetic compounds are those which have properties to treat diabetes. Cumin, Coriander, Black Cumin, Fennel, Fenugreek, Clove, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Curry leaves, Nutmeg, Asafoetida are the common spices used in north Indian Kitchens. These spices have several medicinal applications in ayurvedic system of medicine. The above studies showed the anti-diabetic properties of these spices, which are proved by several scientific studies.

Keywords

Diabetes, Anti-diabetic, Spices