Benefits of Cinnamon( Dalchini )

1. Bad breath:- It serves as a good mouth freshener.

2. Acne:- Paste of cinnamon powder prepared with a few drops of fresh lime juice can be applied over pimples and blackheads with beneficial results.

3. Common cold:- It is an effective remedy for common cold. Cinnamon oil mixed with honey gives relief from cold. Coarsely powdered cinnamon boiled in a glass of water with a pinch of pepper can be beneficially used as a medicine in cases of influenza, sore throat and malaria.

4. Digestive disorders:- It checks nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea. It stimulates digestion. A tablespoon of cinnamon water, prepared as for cold and taken  half an hour after meals relieves flatulence and indigestion.

5. Headache:- Headache caused by exposure to cold air is readily cured by applying a paste of finely powdered cinnamon mixed with water on the temples and forehead.

6. Healing power and Curative properties:- It prevents nervous tension, improves complexion and memory. A pinch of its powder mixed with honey will do the trick if taken regularly every night for these purposes.

Benefits of Aniseed ( Saunf )

1. Digestive disorders:- It is an ideal medicine for expelling wind from the stomach. It is also useful in preventing gas in the stomach.
An easy way to prepare an infusion is to mix a teaspoon of aniseed in a cup of boiling water and leave it covered overnight. The clear fluid is then decanted and taken with honey. This is an ideal treatment for indigestion, especially when there is gurgling in the abdomen. Gripe water for infants also contains aniseed extract.

2. Cataract:- In cataract, 5 grams of aniseed should be taken daily in the morning and evening.

3. Asthma:- It is considered beneficial for the treatment of asthma due to its expectorant properties.

4. Insomnia:- Tea prepared by boiling 300 ml of water and adding a teaspoon of aniseed is beneficial for the treatment of sleeplessness. The water should be covered with a lid and allowed to simmer for 15 minutes. Then it should be strained and taken hot either after meals or before going to bed.

Note -  Aniseed should not be boiled for long time as it may lose its digestive properties and essential oil during the process.

5. Head lice:- It is used externally as an insecticide against small insects such as lice, mites and vermin. It also has fungicidal properties.