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vanilla might be one of the most popular
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flavors in the world but most people
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only know it in its processed form like
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vanilla extract or artificial flavoring
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the real star behind the flavor vanilla
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beans these long dark pods are not just
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about adding sweetness to desserts
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they're also packed with antioxidants
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essential nutrients and unique compounds
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that offer some surprising health
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if you've never thought about vanilla as
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more than just a flavor it's time to
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take a closer look let's start with
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antioxidants vanilla beans are naturally
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rich in vanillin the compound that gives
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them their signature Aroma and flavor
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but vanilline isn't just about taste
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it's also a powerful antioxidant that
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helps fight free radicals in the body
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this means it can help reduce
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inflammation slow down aging and protect
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your cells from damage that can lead to
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speaking of inflammation vanilla has
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been traditionally used as a natural
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remedy for pain and swelling the
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compounds in vanilla beans have mild
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anti-inflammatory properties making them
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helpful for people dealing with
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conditions like arthritis muscle
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soreness or even digestive
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inflammation and let's talk about mood
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and brain health have you ever noticed
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how the scent of vanilla makes you feel
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calm and happy that's not just in your
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head studies suggest that vanilla has a
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natural soothing effect on the nervous
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system it's been used to reduce stress
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improve mood and even help with sleep
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some research even suggests that Boline
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may have neuroprotective properties
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helping to protect brain cells from
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damage over time now on to
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digestion vanilla beans have been used
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in traditional medicine to help with
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stomach discomfort and bloating their
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natural compounds can help sooth the gut
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making them a gentle remedy for nausea
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indigestion or minor stomach
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cramps plus vanilla's mild antibacterial
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properties can support gut health by
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keeping harmful bacteria in check what
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about heart health vanilla beans contain
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potassium an essential mineral that
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helps regulate blood pressure and
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support proper muscle function combined
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with their antioxidant properties they
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can contribute to overall cardiovascular
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Wellness helping to keep your heart in
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good shape so how do you actually use
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the tiny seeds inside the Pod often
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called vanilla caviar can be scraped out
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and added to smoothies oatmeal yogurt or
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even coffee for a natural fragrant boost
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you can also steep the whole pot in tea
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or warm milk to extract its rich flavor
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benefits and if you're feeling creative
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making your own homemade vanilla extract
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by soaking vanilla beans in alcohol is a
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great way to enjoy the purest form of
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ingredient the bottom line vanilla beans
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are much more than a baking
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ingredient they offer antioxidants
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anti-inflammatory properties digestive
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support and even mood boosting effects
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all while adding an irresistible natural
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flavor to your favorite
