The properties of this spice are truly numerous and contain many vitamins and minerals useful for our health. Cumin seeds are rich in vitamins, C, K, P and above all in group B vitamins. As regards minerals, this spice is rich in iron, calcium, phosphorus, manganese, magnesium and potassium. Cumin is effective in lowering and stabilizing excessively high blood sugar levels in people suffering from diabetes. It also keeps the risks of having high blood sugar levels under control, for example diabetics are more exposed to the formation of cataracts.