
Allspice (Ground)
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Ground allspice is a warm, complex berry spice rich in manganese and fiber, with eugenol-driven antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive benefits.
Why Allspice (Ground) scores 94
% Daily Value per a pinch (2 g)
Nutrition
per_100g
Health benefits
Provides strong antioxidant protection
moderate evidenceEugenol, quercetin, and gallic acid scavenge free radicals and protect cells from oxidative damage
Reduces inflammation and pain
moderate evidenceEugenol inhibits COX enzymes and NF-κB signaling and has mild analgesic, pain-channel-blocking action like that of cloves
Aids digestion and relieves gas
emerging evidenceEugenol and cineole act as carminatives, stimulating digestive secretions and easing bloating
Supports gut health through fiber
strong evidenceVery high dietary fiber (57g/100g) feeds beneficial gut bacteria and supports regularity
Pairs well with
- ·Pair with meats and marinades because allspice's eugenol penetrates and tenderizes while adding warm depth, central to jerk seasoning
- ·Combine with root vegetables and squash because its clove-cinnamon profile complements natural sweetness
- ·Add to braises and stews because its fat-soluble eugenol disperses fully during slow cooking
Practical tips
- ·Best timing: Allspice's bioactives have no circadian dependency and it suits both savory meals and warm beverages throughout the day.
- ·Buy whole berries and grind fresh; ground allspice loses its complex aroma within months
- ·Use as a single-spice substitute for a cinnamon-clove-nutmeg blend in baking
- ·Bloom in oil or add early to braises so its fat-soluble compounds infuse the dish
- ·Store airtight and dark to preserve volatile eugenol-rich oils
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