10 Benefits of Cumin
Cumin Benefit #7: Has Antimicrobial Properties
Cumin was originally used in the form of food safety. Many seasonings have antimicrobial properties, especially cumin. This reduces the risk of food-borne infections. One study done on cumin from four different geographical regions found that cumin exhibited a considerable inhibitory effect against bacterial organisms that were tested.
When digested, cumin releases a component called megalomicin, which acts as an antibiotic. Staphylococcus is a serious agent of infection that has many strains, which may be resistant to numerous drugs. One study demonstrated that cumin is antibacterial toward a multidrug-resistant host and has the ability to deter drug inhibition.
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