Cumin, also known as cumin seeds or Roman caraway, is a plant in the family Apiaceae, whose dried fruits are used as a spice. Cumin is a popular ingredient in Middle Eastern, Asian, Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine. This Indian spice is used as the main ingredient in most curry powders and many tasty spice blends, as well as in stews, grilled dishes, especially with lamb, and in Indian dishes with chicken.

Nine types of antioxidants are present in cumin, including manganese, copper, zinc, selenium, vitamin E, vitamin C, lutein, vitamin B9 and beta-carotene. It possesses the antimicrobial and antiparasitic properties which are effective in curing the fever. It eliminates the oxidative stress and inhibits diseases.