will provide information on how spices relate to your dental and overall health through this fun quiz.
Questions
Q1. True or false – There are 10 different types of cinnamon.
Q2. True or false – The red spice, paprika, aids in weight control.
Q3. True or false – Adding a teaspoon of powdered or grated ginger to your daily diet has the antioxidant equivalent of a cup of green leafy vegetables.
Answers
A1. FALSE – There are actually hundreds of varieties of this popular spice known as a comforting addition to baked goods. Cinnamon doesn’t just enhance sweetness, however, and is frequently used in savory dishes of many ethnic cuisines. The health benefits of cinnamon include a reduction in blood sugar for diabetics. Diabetes has been linked to gum disease.
A2. TRUE – If you are in search of a boost to ramp up your metabolism, paprika may, in fact, help. Cayenne pepper is the spicy cousin of paprika, and also offers anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. In short, paprika and cayenne may be able to lower your risk of certain diseases and malignancies, including oral cancer.
A3. TRUE – A mere teaspoon of ginger in any form equals the antioxidants in one cup of spinach leaves. Ginger, a powerful root, is most often used in a powder, but can also be purchased in crystallized and candied form, or pickled (think sushi). As a powder, ginger is known for adding a kick to cakes and cookies. Ginger has potassium, known to lower blood pressure. Hypertension can lead to heart disease and strokes which have both been linked to periodontal disease in numerous studies.
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